In this episode, we have invited Ivy Chen, Principal Consultant of CSA Global and Director of Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM) to the show. Ivy is also a Director at Western Power and Football West. Ivy is a skilled and knowledgeable geologist whose adept at incorporating technologies to various mining projects and excellent at diversified training. Her current role sees her auditig IPS to ensure that they pose a balanced view - a view that is important given that the resources industry leans toward optimism. Ivy chose an interesting career path out of university. Worki ..read more

Today, we talk with Matt Bennetto, Operations Manager at LinkForce. Joining us again is Rosie Allen from Rosie Allen Consulting, Mining Engineer and proud WASM graduate from the class of 2009. In this podcast we take a dive into diversity and how Western Australias largest shutdown business encourages diversity. Fun fact: 70% of employees at LinkForces Central Perth offices are female!   Episode Timeline: Diversity Program [00:50] We have developed a program called LTGo Program, it’s an eight-week course with tickets and certifications for individuals that may not have the connection, abi ..read more

In this episode, we have invited Matt Bennetto, Operations Manager of Linkforce. He worked on and supported some of WA's largest projects and companies Chevron Gorgon load-out facility, Christmas Creek, Utah Point, KCGM to name a few, with success and efficiencies improved every time. Matt understands reliability, communication, transparency but most of all honesty, which has assisted greatly throughout my career. Today, Matt talks all about shutdowns; his experiences, how he manages his people and leadership.   Shutdown during the pandemic [01:22] With current situations relating to COVI ..read more

Brett Cunningham is the MD of Mining Leaders Group. Pretty self-explanatory really….BUT…Brett does not just create mining leaders. He transforms mining businesses so they are industry leading. A seasoned C-suite executive across a number of private and public companies - Brett's strategic vision for our industry is at the forefront of the transformation we are seeing across the sector. Brett is spearheading the transformation we see in the mining industry by developing the leadership capabilities and strategies for companies to transform. Mining Leaders Group not only runs leadership training ..read more

What would it have been like for explorers back in the 19th century when they stumbled across large mineralised systems? The thrill. The excitement. The opportunity of a lifetime! Dr. Jonathan Bell may well be revisiting the steps taken in history with a new discovery in Greenland which is fast becoming a target for mining activity. In this podcast Jonathan discusses the different approach that Greenfields has taken to sourcing their financing - Crowdfunding. A must listen for anyone looking to diversify their spread of investors during capital raising for stock exchange listing. [1:00] What i ..read more

Joe's a proud WASM Graduate. This short 10 minute podcast is a snapshot of where mining can take you. From Saudia Arabia one day to the Arctic Circle the next. Joe has lived a lifelong dream of seeing the world and its mines operate - and find technical solutions for them. A must listen for any graduate who is technically minded and wants to travel! Executive Producer: Trixi Oldfield Special Thanks: Matt Bennito from LinkForce for letting us use their sound proof offices to record ..read more

The Camborne School of Mines (fondly known as CSM) is one of the oldest mining schools in the world. Unfortunately the school may shut, with the University of Exeter cutting funding to the school. It’s a sad day for mining globally as we see the lifeline to one of the greatest (if not the greatest) mining schools cut. Here is Mike Moore, past president of the CSM Alumni and MD of Golden State Mining to talk about his experiences at CSM, and why it’s so important that we all get behind any move to try and save CSM. [0:30] Mike Moore’s family history. Life as a 4th generation miner. Mikes Great ..read more

Elaine is Perth based and holds a Masters of Science in Work and Organisational Psychology, a Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Psychology and a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management. The mental health of our people has never been under so much strain as it is now this extends to our board and management teams. Today we discuss Neurofeedback training with Elaine Corcoran - Clinical Director and Founder of Brain Training Australia. It was a pleasure to have Elaine share some of her knowledge with us. [1:00] 70% of issues that people raise are related to work ..read more

Mike Moore is the MD of Golden State Mining and a proud graduate from the Camborne school of Mines. Born in a copper mine in Cyprus, Mike is a 4th generation miner. In this podcast Mike talks about Golden State mining – the dream to find the next big discovery in the Pilbara and life in the highest seat in the company.   [00:45] About Mike   [1:30] Mike starts about starting a junior company, the sacrifices and what it means to have ‘skin in the game’   [4:00] Meeting interesting people and the human element.   [5;30] The marketability of a mine   [8:15] Getting exposu ..read more

..read more