Some mining careers require a university education, however many others involve apprenticeships, traineeships or on the job training.
Of There are as many opportunities for women in the mining industry as there are for men. Macarthur Coal is an equal opportunity employer.
Wages in the mining industry are generally regarded as generous in comparison with many other industry sectors.
Macarthur Coal manages the environmental impact of its operations whilst maximising the economic recovery of coal.
The company's mining activities are strictly monitored to ensure compliance with environmental requirements including Environmental Impact Statements, Environmental Management Overview Strategies, Plans of Operation and management plans.
Further details of the company's environmental performance are provided in the Environment section of this website.