Training

A safe working environment can only be achieved if people are properly trained and qualified

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Training

MinEx works to support the provision of good quality training. It has established a Training Advisory Group to ensure that training for mining and quarry operators fit the needs of the industry.

 In the wake of the Pike River tragedy, the Government has introduced a new health and safety regime for all workplaces, not least the mining and quarry sector.

Any mine or quarry has to be operated by someone with a Certificate of Competence - a CoC. There are A and B grade CoCs. There are new requirements to update CoCs and to take part in Continuing Professional Development, CPD. Read the guidelines here.

MinEx works with organisations including MITO who is the training organisation for our sector.

MITO provides on the job training and career pathways through their NZQA approved qualifications. 

Training is delivered by a range of providers in various locations around NZ and can be arranged through MITO, Tai Poutini, Mines Rescue and ACT Safety.

These organisations can arrange training for everything from entry level positions through to operations, supervision and management.

You can find out more about mining and quarry qualifications through MITO.

 

 

2019 MINEX WORKSHOPS

In 2019, we’re on the road again - bringing MinEx workshops to regional centres around New Zealand. However, this year the format has changed. They will run in two half day sessions (on the same day), so you can earn 8 hours CPD all in the one day.

WorkSafe will be co-hosting these workshops, which will focus on Operating and Safety systems, Emergency Management, Leadership and Legislation. The cost will be $100 + GST to attend.

The MinEx NZ App makes it easy for you to register, get information, receive handouts, certificates etc. 

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Greymouth - September 19
North Canterbury - September 25
Ngaruawahia - October 16
Taumarunui - October 17
Whakatane - November 7
 
 
 
 

 

EXTRACTIVES INDUSTRY TRAINING ADVISORY GROUP

Following WorkSafe’s Proposed requirements for granting Extractives Certificates of Competence (CoC) document in August 2017, and significant numbers of industry submissions on it, MinEx have established an Extractives Industry Training Advisory Group (EITAG) to:

  •  Assist the BOE in implementation of agreed changes to CoCs
  • Provide leadership in moving to a qualification based CoC system
  • Work with training providers to establish better ways of delivering training and site based assessments
  • Provide a forum within which an informed discussion could be run between trainers, trainees, companies, regulators and policy
  • Review assessor registration applications and provide advice on suitability to MITO.

 

Members have been appointed to the group on the basis of their knowledge, experience and ability. Members mandate is to bring to the group that knowledge and experience, and to apply those attributes to benefit of the extractives sector.

 

The group as of February 2018 is comprised of:

  • Wayne Scott (MinEx)
  • Amanda Burke (Quarrying)
  • Michael Alsford (MITO)
  • Geoff Guthrie (Metalliferous)
  • Fiona Bartier (Coal)
  • Iain Simmons (Tunnelling)

 

Other members will be invited/encouraged to attend, as deemed necessary. WorkSafe and E tū will remain in the communication loop.

MENTORING

If you would like support, tips or a helping hand to get your CoC, you might like a mentor.

MinEx has mentors all over New Zealand who hold current CoC qualifications, just itching to help people like you succeed.

If you would like to be mentored, or to mentor others, download our mentoring info sheet and please contact Wayne on 021 944 336, wayne@minex.org.nz

 

 

LATEST TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

 

TRAIN BRAIN

It's a no brainer that training is the way to make sure you and your workmates or staff go home safe every day. That's why MinEx regulary publishes the Train Brain - our email newsletter to keep you informed of all the latest training opportunities around the country.

With the new safety legislation now in place, training has got more demanding. Until recently, renewing your CoC was a once every 5 year cakewalk. Now, new competencies are demanded and you must keep up to date with your Continuing Professional Development.

You can subscribe to the Train Brain, or check out the current courses on offer in the latest issue.

 

Other tips for improving your chance of passing incude:

  • Catch the latest edition of Train Brain, where you will find a range of courses to help you thrpugh your CoC
  • The oral exam is about how well you can apply what you know in an operation – it’s about what you would do or how you would handle a situation. Check out these tips on oral exams
  • Talk to others who have passed their CoC. Find out what to expect in the oral exam.

 

APPRENTICESHIPS

Having a clear qualification pathway, starting with an apprenticeship, helps make the mining and quarrying industry a more attractive career option for new entrants to the industry, including school-leavers.
 
MinEx, in conjunction with MITO, have brought together an exciting opportunity for those who want to take up an apprenticeship in the Extractives sector. Learn more here.