October 2008

Hail Creek recognised for recruitment campaign

Hail Creek Mine’s award-winning recruitment campaign to attract women into non-traditional roles has received further recognition.

The Mackay mine has been recognised as a finalist in the Workforce Planning Award at the 2008 Mining Industry Skills Centre Training Awards for providing opportunities for women to join the mining industry and further their skills development and career opportunities through training, on-the-job experience and various upskilling programmes.

Hail Creek Mine general manager operations Andrew Woodley said more than 15 per cent of the mine’s employees are women.

“We have been running this campaign for the past five years, and as a result our workforce is now more representative of the local community, bringing new and diverse skills to the business,” Andrew said.

“It has certainly brought a better balance within the workforce. Women play a significant role in contributing to the culture at Hail Creek Mine and are involved in every aspect of the mine, from exploration to mine planning, operating equipment and coal processing, right through to providing advice on health, safety, employee and community issues.

“Hail Creek is proud of its successful culture and will continue to strive towards a diverse and highly skilled workforce. Women add significant value and enhance the operation of the mine.”