A new partnership between Bravus and CQUniversity is hoped to get more students working in the mining and resources sector.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) is set to boost education, skills and job prospects in engineering and mining for local students and early-career professionals.
One of the core focuses of the MoU will be to equip students in civil, mechanical, electrical, construction and mining engineering with industry ready skills.
This will be achieved through a combination of mentoring, vacation placements, internships and graduate programs.
CQUniversity and Bravus Mining and Resources will also collaborate on research projects to drive innovation in mining practices, sustainability and resource management.
Bravus Chief Operating Officer Mick Crowe says the mining offers a range of fulfilling careers in well paid, highly skilled jobs.
“There are different education and training pathways you can take to get into the industry and the 1,200 or so people employed at our Carmichael mine near Clermont are a great example of that,” Mr Crowe says.
“We have men and women with PhDs, bachelor’s degrees, trades or VET qualifications working at Carmichael in roles as varied as process engineers, operators, diesel fitters, truck drivers, chefs,
hydrologists, ecologists, cultural heritage workers, cleaners and more.”
CQUniversity Dean of Engineering and Technology Professor Rabin Tuladhar says the partnership was a strong example of industry and education working together to benefit regional Queensland.
“This partnership is not just about developing technical skills – it’s about ensuring our students graduate with the confidence, experience and industry networks they need to thrive,” Prof Tuladhar
says.
“With Bravus Mining and Resources’ strong regional presence and our focus on applied, real-world learning, we’re creating a powerful pipeline of local talent that’s job-ready and committed to the
sustainable future of the mining sector.”
The MoU will be governed by a joint steering committee and will run for a minimum of three years.
