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Apprenticeship

Mine management

Level
6
Degree level
Length
4 yrs
typical
Sector
Engineering and manufacturing
Pay
Paid
you earn while training

In a nutshell

Lead and manage underground mining operations.

What you'd do

Plan and oversee day-to-day extraction and blasting operations
Ensure compliance with mining regulations and site permits
Manage teams of mining operatives and contractors
Monitor geotechnical data and respond to stability risks
Prepare production reports and budgets for senior management
Lead safety inspections, audits, and incident investigations

What you'd learn

Mine planning, scheduling, and production management
Mining legislation, regulations, and duty-holder responsibilities
Geotechnical principles and ground stability assessment
Financial management and cost control in mining operations
Environmental management and mine closure planning
Leadership, risk management, and incident investigation
Ready to look for a place?
See live Mine management apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.
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