Discover the skills and training needed for this occupation
Stationary Plant Operators operate stationary plant to perform a range of activities such as extracting minerals from the earth; refining and treating metals and mineral ore, and producing basic metal products; lifting, moving and placing materials and equipment; and loading and stacking bulk materials.
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People employed in SAExplore by region
-15%
1-Year changeGrowth in previous years
33%
5-Year changeGrowth in previous years
SA Future Demand:Strong
The skills that Drillers, Miners and Shot Firers need
Learning new skills can certainly get you into a job quicker — but it’s not always about securing a job today. Each skill you build can be a stepping stone towards great opportunities in the future. Here are some skills needed for this occupation.
- Initiative and innovation
- Teamwork
- Planning and organising
- Writing
- Reading
- Learning
- Problem solving
- Oral communication
Where are people currently employed?
| Region | Employed | 1 Year Change | 5 Year Change |
|---|---|---|---|
RegionSouth Australia - South East | Employed426 | 1 Year Change-19% | 5 Year Change20% |
RegionSouth Australia - Outback | Employed773 | 1 Year Change-25% | 5 Year Change29% |
RegionBarossa - Yorke - Mid North | Employed392 | 1 Year Change-11% | 5 Year Change35% |
RegionAdelaide - West | Employed373 | 1 Year Change-4% | 5 Year Change42% |
RegionAdelaide - South | Employed442 | 1 Year Change-18% | 5 Year Change44% |
RegionAdelaide - North | Employed365 | 1 Year Change-9% | 5 Year Change39% |
RegionAdelaide - Central and Hills | Employed353 | 1 Year Change0% | 5 Year Change32% |
Skills SA & National Skills Commission data | Skills SA |