Is being a continuous mining machine operator a good fit for you?
Runs machines that cut coal, ore, rock or sand from the mine face. Loads it onto conveyors or trucks as the machine works.
What the work involves
- Hangs ventilation tubes and curtains to keep the mining area supplied with fresh air.
- Checks for methane gas to make sure the air is safe to breathe.
- Checks that the roof and walls are stable before mining an area.
- Operates mining machines that gather coal and move it onto conveyors or shuttle cars.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be hands-on and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
How much training it needs
Fast start. Little or some training needed. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
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