Mining Engineer (excluding Petroleum) - ANZSCO 233611

Assessment Authorities: Engineers Australia

Mining Engineer plans and directs the engineering aspects of locating and extracting minerals from the earth. Registration or licensing may be required.

Mining engineers may perform the following tasks:

  • conduct investigations of mineral deposits and undertake evaluations in collaboration with geologists, other earth scientists and economists to determine whether the mineral deposits can be mined profitably
  • determine the most suitable method of mining the minerals, taking into account factors such as the depth and characteristics of the deposit and its surroundings
  • prepare the layout of the mine development and the procedure by which the minerals are to be mined
  • prepare plans for mines, including tunnels and shafts for underground operations, and pits and haulage roads for open-cut operations, using computer-aided design (CAD) packages
  • plan and coordinate the employment of mining staff and selection of equipment with regard to efficiency, safety and environmental conditions
  • talk to geologists and other engineers about the design, selection and provision of machines, facilities and systems for mining, as well as infrastructure such as access roads, water and power supplies
  • coordinate with the operations supervisor to ensure proper implementation of plans
  • operate computers to assist with calculations, prepare estimates on the cost of the operation and control expenditure when mines begin production
  • oversee the construction of the mine and the installation of the plant machinery and equipment
  • ensure that mining regulations are observed, including the proper use and care of explosives, and the correct ventilation to allow the removal of dust and gases
  • conduct research aimed at improving efficiency and safety in mines
  • establish first aid and emergency services facilities at the mines.

This occupation belongs to Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL). MLTSSL is the occupational demand list which is in high demand across various states and territories of Australia.

If your occupation is on MTSSL, you may be eligible to apply for the following visa subclasses:

  • Skilled independent ( Subclass189)
  • Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) - Family nominated
  • Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) - State or Territory nominated
  • Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186)- Direct Entry and Temporary Residence Transition streams
  • Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190)
  • Training visa (subclass 407)
  • Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485)– Graduate Work
  • Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482) Medium-term stream
  • Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visa (Subclass 494)

Are you Eligible to Live and Work in Australia as a Mining Engineer?

The assessment authority for this occupation is Engineers Australia and depending on your circumstances, there are five pathways available for migration skills assessment of your engineering degree.

You are required to receive a positive assessment for your qualifications and work experience from Engineers Australia if you are planning to migrate to Australia through skill migration program.

All applicants applying to have their skills assessed by Engineers Australia are required to provide evidence of their English language competency by sitting for an English language test unless exempted.

Click here to read further information regarding the process of assessment by Engineers Australia.

If you wish to check your eligibility to migrate permanently to Australia as a Mining Engineer, please fill out the below assessment form. The assessment is free. After submitting the form, a registered migration consultant will look into the information and advise you of the outcome of the assessment via your email address.

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