ppt english

A Career in Mining: 

A Career in Mining

What do you want in a career?: 

What do you want in a career?

Do you want a career that offers…: 

Challenges? Adventure? Good Pay? Great Opportunities? Do you want a career that offers…

Slide4: 

Have you ever thought about exploring a career in mining ? If you answered ‘yes’ to any of these questions…

Explore for more…A career in mining offers: 

Explore for more…A career in mining offers State of the art technology High salaries Career advancement Team environment Travel in Canada and around the world Dynamic work environment Future opportunity

Why is mining important to me?: 

Why is mining important to me? Did you know that mining provides us with… zinc for sunscreen and medical ointments. graphite, aluminum, and titanium for sports equipment. diamonds and gold for special gifts. phosphate, nitrogen, sulphur and potash for fertilizers. nickel for batteries. barite, lead, indium for entertainment products. iron and calcium for daily vitamins. clay, gypsum, limestone, sand and gravel for our homes. cobalt for turbine engines. steel, copper, zinc, barium and graphite for vehicles. coal and uranium for electricity. stainless steel for surgical instruments. Minerals and metals are essential to our daily lives. It’s difficult to imagine a world without them!

Why is mining important to Canada?: 

Why is mining important to Canada? Opened many Canadian Frontiers Directly employs almost 390 000 Canadians Main activity for about 150 communities in Canada One of the highest paying industrial sectors in Canada Canada ranks first in the world for the production of potash and uranium; ranked top 5 for the production of nickel & diamonds There are currently approximately 808 mines in Canada that provide employment and growth to our economy The Toronto Stock Exchange is the mine financing capital of the world

So what does mining look like?: 

So what does mining look like?

Slide9: 

Is it this?

Or is it this?: 

Or is it this?

Mining has come a long way: 

Mining has come a long way Mining today has changed significantly from past generations. Mining operations have become more sensitive to the communities in which they are located and the environment in which they operate. Furthermore, technological advancements have improved exploration, construction and mining operations.

Slide12: 

The Mining Cycle Stakeholder Consultations on Priority Economic, Social and Environmental Issues are Conducted During Each Stage

Commitment to consultations: 

Mining companies invest heavily in community consultation Hundreds of meetings are held before mines are constructed Community solutions are developed collaboratively Consultations continue after mines become operational Training is provided for community members to work in the mines Commitment to consultations

Slide15: 

Exploration and prospecting activities are the leading edge of mining operations The “shotgun” approach to exploration has been replaced by more scientific methods New technologies in exploration increase productivity, making it possible to cover large areas quickly, and minimize damage to the environment. airborne magnetometers and electromagnetic systems global positions systems (GPS)

Do you enjoy…: 

Do you enjoy… Adventure and travel? Exploring the outdoors? Investigating for clues? Geology and sciences? Building relationships with people to reach a common goal? Finance and administration?

A career in exploration may be for you!: 

A career in exploration may be for you! Geologist Geological Technician Diamond Driller Prospector Geo-physicist Geographical Information Systems Specialist Financial Consultant Bush Pilot/ Helicopter Pilot Government Programs Administrator …..and many more

A career like mine can be yours: 

A career like mine can be yours “It’s too bad that people don’t know about prospecting. People have this image of an old guy in the Yukon panning for gold.” - Jessica Bjorkman, Prospector “As a geologist, we look for clues, put together an interpretation of what happened and, based on that interpretation, we decide where we want to look.” - Shastri Ramnath

Slide21: 

Mines are recognized as modern feats of engineering - cities built above and below ground using advanced technology

Do you enjoy…: 

Do you enjoy… Seeing the “fruits” of your labour? Conceptualizing and building? Being innovative? Being physically active? Problem solving?

A career in mining construction may be for you!: 

Engineer Electrician Mechanic Carpenter Architect Manager A career in mining construction may be for you! Heavy Equipment Operator Industrial Designer Instrument Technician Surveyor … and many more!

A career like mine can be yours: 

A career like mine can be yours “People in the mining industry really take you under their wing and are really nice. It's a young workforce…and a great place to be working.” Melissa Nowicki, Mining Engineer

Mining operations are diverse: 

Mining operations are diverse

Slide27: 

The new face of mining includes workers integrating technology in every aspect of their work – using robotics, computers and the most modern high tech equipment.

Slide28: 

New technologies in automated mining continue to improve health, safety and workplace quality Technological advances in computers and electronic components have added to the application of new safety measures in mining operations

Do you enjoy…: 

Do you enjoy… Operating large equipment? Living diverse and interesting experiences? Exploring new territory? Problem solving? Working in a team? Being physically active? Being outdoors?

A career in mining operations may be for you!: 

Mining Engineer Processing Engineer Metallurgical Engineer Technician/Technologist Miner Mill Operator Heavy Equipment Operator A career in mining operations may be for you! Ventilation Specialist Heavy Duty Mechanics Welder Health and Safety Specialist Mining Safety Coordinators Purchasing Agent Electrician …and many more!

A career like mine can be yours: 

A career like mine can be yours “It's fun. It's a challenge. I never have a day where I go home and say, 'Gee that was boring'.” Beatrice Pierre, Metallurgical Engineer “The work is physically challenging but you have a sense of accomplishment at the end of the day.” Lincoln McClinchey, Development Miner

Slide33: 

Mining operations in Canada try to find, extract and process mineral and metal resources while minimizing the impact on our natural environment Less than 0.03% of the land area of Canada has been used to produce minerals and mineral products Canada is a world leader in technological advances in mining environmental management and among the most innovative in recycling New technologies add value to production processes and address environmental concerns. All mining operations have an environmental focus

Do you enjoy…: 

Do you enjoy… Protecting the environment? Helping people? Solving problems? Traveling? Living diverse and interesting experiences?

A career in mine closure & rehabilitation may be for you!: 

A career in mine closure & rehabilitation may be for you! Environmental Engineer Human Resource professional Business Administrator Geological Engineer Forestry Specialist Public Affairs Director Lawyer Environmentalist Restoration Coordinator …and many more!

A career like mine can be yours: 

A career like mine can be yours “I like the outdoors, so I wanted a job that allowed that.” Aaron MacDonell, Environmental Coordinator

The future of mining in Canada: 

The future of mining in Canada Over the next 10 years, the mining industry will require up to 80,000 new workers

Mining companies are looking for people that …: 

Mining companies are looking for people that … Can multi-task Can work independently Are highly skilled in their profession Enjoy physical and mental challenges Enjoy the outdoors Have an adventurous spirit

Mining employers: 

Offer competitive salaries Average weekly earnings in the mining, quarrying, smelting and refining industry are among the highest of any industry in the Canadian economy. Mining employers Have a great track record  In 2005, the Globe Foundation awarded the Mining Association of Canada with the “Industry Association Award for Environmental Performance” According to the 2003 Canadian  Corporate R&D Database, Canadian  mining companies represent “2 of the top 40” and “7 of  the top 100” private  sector R&D investors.

Is mining a good career choice for you?: 

Is mining a good career choice for you? There are over 120 options!

Slide42: 

Management, Business and Financial Occupations Financial and Investment Financial Auditors and Accountants Financial Analysts Lawyers Operations Specialties Managers Top Executives Office, Administrative and Support Occupations Administrative Support Clerks Clerical Occupations Cooks Graphic Designers Human Resource Managers Mailroom/Courier Services Payroll Clerks Photographers Purchasing Agents and Officers Sales, Marketing and Advertising Managers Specialists in Human Resources Writing, Translating and Public Relations Professionals Health and Safety Occupations Health and Safety Training Supervisors Health and Safety Workers Mining Safety Coordinators Mining Rescue Professionals

Slide43: 

Construction and Extraction Occupations Blasters Borer Operators Construction Equipment Operators Cutters Diamond Drillers Electricians Explosives Handlers and Packers Extraction Workers First-Line Supervisors Trades & Extraction Workers Mine Cutting and Channeling Machine Operators Mine Safety Inspectors Miners Mining Machine Operators Rock Splitters Roof Bolters Stationary Engineers Installation, Maintenance and Repair Occupations Carpenters Construction Millwrights and Industrial Mechanics Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanics Machinists and Machining and Tooling Inspectors Maintenance Analysts and Maintenance Workers Technical Occupations in Electronics and Electrical Engineering Trades Helpers and Labourers

Slide44: 

Production Occupations Mill Operators Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters Operators and Tenders Plant and System Operators Production Workers Welders Separating, Filtering, Clarifying, Precipitating & Still Machine Setters, Operators and Tenders Transportation & Material Moving Occupations Bulldozer Operators Conveyor Operators Excavator Operators Freight, Stock, and Material Movers Hand Shuttle Car Operators Hoistmen Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators Loading Machine Operators Truck Drivers Chemical Engineers Chemists Computer Programmers Computer Systems Analysts Drafting Technologists Electrical Engineers Electronic Service Technicians Environmental Scientists Environmental Technicians Geochemists Geological Engineers Geological Technicians Geologists Geophysical Technicians Geophysicists Laboratory Technicians Mechanical Engineers Metallurgical Control Analysts Metallurgical Engineers Mining Engineers Process Engineers Prospectors Quality Control Engineers Surveyors Professional & Scientific Occupations

Where can I get my training?: 

Where can I get my training?

Slide46: 

9 Universities and 25 Colleges offer mining programs Many other colleges and universities offer programs related to mining i.e. earth sciences, engineering, skilled trades Educational Institutions Across Canada

Where can I obtain more info?: 

Where can I obtain more info? www.mihr.ca