Queensland Ores has suspended operations at its Wolfram Creek mine west of Mareeba, blaming the financial crisis and a downturn in metal prices.
Fortescue Metals Group has opened the first of 250 environmentally friendly houses being built in Port and South Hedland.
Alcoa has enhanced its existing Hearing Conservation and Protection Program by introducing technology that accurately tests the attenuation of an individual’s hearing protection device.
The minerals industry’s strong commitment to training its own employees was a key finding of a new report by the National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER).
The management of Zinifex Century Mine and Downer EDI Mining has announced the dissolution of Century Mining Alliance.
PROGRAMS that reward employees for costs saving ideas and better safety performance are not just proving popular – they’re reaping big dividends for mining companies and mine contractors.
Stabilise a workforce through quality training and an organisation will be at the forefront of its industry. *Warren Willson writes.
AS employee retention becomes a major issue for Australian businesses, Alcoa is leading the charge in employee engagement by offering cash incentives to those who come up with smart ideas.
HIGH levels of employee engagement can support rapid improvements in organisational performance.
EMPLOYEES from Jaques have celebrated over 120 years of continuous trade with a reunion of more than 160 employees.