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
5%
1-Year changeGrowth in previous years
28%
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 | Employed441 | 1 Year Change-4% | 5 Year Change15% |
RegionSouth Australia - Outback | Employed909 | 1 Year Change16% | 5 Year Change3% |
RegionBarossa - Yorke - Mid North | Employed522 | 1 Year Change8% | 5 Year Change47% |
RegionAdelaide - West | Employed415 | 1 Year Change-3% | 5 Year Change43% |
RegionAdelaide - South | Employed536 | 1 Year Change1% | 5 Year Change13% |
RegionAdelaide - North | Employed492 | 1 Year Change5% | 5 Year Change47% |
RegionAdelaide - Central and Hills | Employed504 | 1 Year Change7% | 5 Year Change87% |
Data from Skills SA, and Jobs and Skills Australia | Skills SA |