Career pathways

Environmental Research Scientist

Environmental Research Scientists study and develop policies and plans for the control of factors which may produce pollution, imbalance in or degradation of the environment.

• Mining

Geotechnical Engineer

Geotechnical Engineers plan, direct and conduct survey work to analyse the likely behaviour of soil and rock when placed under pressure by proposed structures, and design above and below ground foundations.

• Mining

Train Driver

Train Drivers drive trains to transport passengers and freight on railways.

• Mining

Boiler and Engine Operator

Boiler or Engine Operators operate and maintain stationary engines, boilers, refrigeration and airconditioning systems, and associated mechanical plants.

• Mining

Mechanical Engineer

Design and oversee installation of mechanical and process plant equipment and systems.

• Mining

Train Controller

Train Controllers oversee the safe movement of trains using computerised train control signalling systems.

• Mining

Tyre Fitter

Tyre Fitters fit, repair and replace tyres on motor vehicles.

• Mining

Environmental Manager

Environmental Managers manage the development and implementation of environmental management systems within organisations by identifying, solving and alleviating environmental issues, such as pollution and waste treatment, in compliance with environmental legislation and to ensure corporate sustainable development.

• Mining

Hydrogeologist

Hydrogeologists monitor, measure, analyse and describe the earth's surface and groundwater resources and many aspects of the water cycle, including human use of water resources.

• Mining

Production and Plant Engineer

Production or Plant Engineers plan, direct and coordinate the design, construction, modification, continued performance and maintenance of equipment and machines in industrial plants, and the management and planning of manufacturing activities.

• Mining