Is Your Mining Career Ready for 2027?

Build the capabilities shaping the future of mining.

About this event

As the mining industry evolves, so do the capabilities professionals and teams need to thrive. 

Join AusIMM for a practical conversation about the emerging skills and capability needs shaping the mining workforce, and what they mean for your career or team in 2027. 

Led by Alana Horden, Head of Online Education at AusIMM, the session will explore the balance between technical, operational and human capabilities, how professionals and organisations can identify development priorities, and practical ways to continue building skills as industry expectations evolve. Alana Horden’s work at AusIMM spans workforce capability, professional development, skills strategy and emerging workforce trends. 

During the webinar, we’ll explore: 

What’s changing in mining? The workforce and industry trends influencing future capability needs. 

What capabilities will matter? The balance between technical, operational and human skills. 

Where should you focus your development? How professionals and teams can identify capability gaps and development priorities. 

How can you put learning into practice? Practical approaches to building knowledge that supports real workplace needs. 

Planning for 2027. An introduction to AusIMM’s 2027 learning opportunities, including course topics, formats and development options for individuals and teams. 

The session will conclude with an opportunity to ask questions about professional development, skills planning and AusIMM’s 2027 learning program.