Australia’s gold industry has a role for everyone!
You don’t need to be a miner to work in gold! As the second largest employer in the mining sector, Australia’s gold industry is a thriving and far-reaching sector that offers a diverse range of jobs from exploration and mining to community and environment.
Click on the images below to learn more about each role!

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Great things happen when you’re in the right role!
There’s a lot more to explore!
Take our Gold Jobs Quiz
Not sure which role might suit you? Take our Gold Jobs Quiz to get some recommendations based on your interests
Read about some of the most popular roles in gold
It’s not just engineering and geology! There are many other roles in gold mining that are less obvious but equally as important, such as in training, human resources, and finance.
Learn more about the various pathways into the industry
Getting your foot in the door is the first step, but certainly not the last! There’s no end to your learning journey and the possibilities available to you within the gold industry.
Hear directly from workers
Watch videos from people working in gold from all across Australia – you might be surprised at what they have to say!











