Is being a mining engineer a good fit for you?
Surveys land underground to find where minerals are, and plans safe and efficient ways to dig them out.
What the work involves
- Writes technical reports for miners, engineers and managers.
- Inspects mining areas for unsafe structures, equipment and conditions.
- Chooses or develops ways to find and extract minerals safely and affordably.
- Picks sites and plans mining operations that are safe, affordable and kind to the environment.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be hands-on and curious. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Security. Steady work in a well-run organisation.
- Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.
How much training it needs
Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
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