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What does a mining engineer do?

The complex process of mining requires the expert supervision of mining engineers to help ensure that minerals, petroleum and natural gas are safely and efficiently removed from the earth. Mining engineering involves evaluating, planning and directing the construction process of a mine. This job can be highly diverse - as a graduate mining engineer, you might work with geologists and metallurgical engineers to locate and evaluate deposits. Alternatively, you could develop new equipment for mining, conduct research, or coordinate labour efforts. Your mining engineering career could see you working within mining companies, government, or universities and might be based on-site or in an office. 

Is a career as a mining engineer right for me?

If you’re inquisitive, practical and like problem-solving you may enjoy a career in mine engineering. Other skills and attributes beneficial for this role include:

• strong attention to detail 
• a decisive and confident nature
• good oral and written communication skills
• a practical and creative mind
• an ability to work independently and as part of a team
• an interest in technical work, including computing and design.

How to become a mining engineer

Every journey to study is individual and there are several paths to reaching your career in mining. At ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø, we offer the following degrees in the area of mining engineering: