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The challenge of building effective and innovative people strategies is not new in our industry. As we adapt to ongoing changes and digital transformation, combined with a fast-retiring workforce, the pressure to attract new talent and align its capabilities with evolving demands has intensified. This highlights the urgent need for a diverse, skilled workforce that can meet both current and future industry challenges effectively.
The Workforce of the Future Forum will address these long-standing challenges, offering attendees practical insights and ideas to enhance their practices to build a resilient, future-proof workforce. It will provide a platform to discuss:
Tech-driven transformation – redefining roles and skills for the future of the industry
This session will explore how advancements in technology are reshaping roles and skill requirements in the mining industry. It will discuss emerging job profiles and strategies for building a tech-ready workforce to drive productivity and sustainability in the evolving mining landscape.
Strategic skills mapping – aligning workforce capabilities with business goals and demands
This session will focus on strategic skills mapping as a tool to align workforce capabilities with organizational goals. It will explore how to identify and bridge skill gaps, anticipate future needs, and build a talent pipeline that supports growth and innovation in a rapidly evolving industry.
Upskilling, reskilling, and training programs to boost retention and talent attraction
This topic is about immediate, actionable programs that provide current employees and new hires with the skills they need to succeed in today and tomorrow’s roles. It would focus on specific training initiatives, reskilling current employees, and developing pathways for career growth.
Career mobility – facilitating role changes and job transfers
This session will delve into the importance of career mobility through role changes and job transfers, highlighting strategies to create a more agile and adaptable workforce. By enabling career mobility, companies can boost retention, enhance employee engagement, and align workforce skills with evolving business goals.
Innovative recruitment strategies for building a broader, resilient talent pipeline
This topic is about recruitment techniques and strategies that expand the reach to diverse talent pools, improve candidate quality, and build a pipeline that can withstand industry fluctuations. It would cover recruitment innovations, such as leveraging technology (e.g., AI, social media), partnerships with educational institutions, and outreach to non-traditional candidates.
Driving success through diversity – building an inclusive workforce from top to bottom
This session centres on the strategic role that diversity and inclusion (D&I) play in achieving organizational success. It will focus on how to build a genuinely inclusive workplace from the ground up, creating conditions for a resilient, innovative, and high-performing organization.
Despite the implementation of government regulations and advancements in new technologies, the pursuit of minerals remains fraught with risk, with workplace incidents and fatalities still alarmingly high. This underscores that health and safety in the industry remains a critical, ongoing concern.
The Health, Safety and Security Forum brings together industry professionals to tackle the persistent challenges in mining safety, explore critical safety procedures, and share best practices. Attendees will learn how fostering a strong safety culture not only ensures regulatory compliance but also drives operational efficiency and sustainability in this highly scrutinized industry. The forum will provide a platform to discuss:
Management of psychosocial hazards
This session will address innovative approaches to managing psychosocial risks, exploring methods to identify and mitigate stressors that impact mental well-being. Key strategies include implementing risk control measures, fostering an inclusive and supportive work culture, and utilising new tools for proactive mental health management, ensuring a safe and balanced environment for all employees.
Exploring ISO23875 new standard compliance
This session covers the practical steps for meeting the standards, the technological requirements for air quality monitoring, and strategies for ensuring consistent safety and comfort for equipment operators, ultimately promoting industry-leading safety benchmarks.
Workforce training and education in the health and safety space
This session focuses on developing impactful training programs that equip employees with the skills and knowledge to maintain a safe work environment. Topics include the latest in health and safety education, tailored training methods for different roles, and continuous learning practices that reinforce safety awareness and empower workers to take proactive steps in their safety practices.
Latest developments in automation and AI to help keep miners safe every day
Attendees will explore the transformative role of automation and AI in enhancing on-site safety, with insights into the latest technologies reducing human exposure to hazards. The session will cover practical examples of automation, AI-driven monitoring, and predictive analytics that prevent incidents and foster a safer work environment.
Balancing advanced risk control with a solid safety foundation – back to basics with integrity
This session delves into achieving a balanced approach to safety by combining advanced risk control measures with the fundamental practices that uphold a strong safety culture. It will explore the importance of returning to essential safety principles, maintaining integrity in foundational practices, and reinforcing tried-and-true methods alongside modern innovations.
Despite growing pressure to reduce carbon emissions and the promise of new technologies, the electrification of mines remains a slow and challenging process. High capital costs, limited equipment and infrastructure, and workforce shortages are significant obstacles to widespread adoption.
The Electrification Forum will share best practices for accelerating the shift to electric mining operations. Attendees will learn how to navigate complex supply chains, address infrastructure gaps, and manage the regulatory demands needed to support a more sustainable, electrified future. The forum will provide a platform to discuss:
Electrification outlook – opportunities, challenges, and lessons learned
This session will explore the multifaceted landscape of electrification within the mining industry, examining both the opportunities presented, challenges faced, and lessons learned. It will cover best practices for navigating regulatory issues, infrastructure needs, and technological limitations to promote sustainable electrification efforts in the sector.
How does an electric mine look like?
This session will explore the transformative shift towards electrification in mining operations. It’ll dive into what an electric mine looks like in practice, from the integration of electric vehicles and autonomous fleets to energy management solutions touching on the challenges and opportunities of electrifying mining sites, including energy consumption modelling, infrastructure adaptations, and the impact on operational efficiency.
Energy management – sourcing, demands and storage solutions
This session will focus on effective energy management in mining operations, how to optimise energy use, integrate renewable sources and developing energy storage solutions to ensure consistency in energy supply to power mines, especially in remote areas.
The rising cost of energy ¬– what are the options for green energy sourcing?
As energy becomes the largest operational cost for mining companies, this session will examine how to balance investments in greener energy solutions with efficient cost management. It will explore the various green energy sourcing options available to businesses, including solar, wind, hydro, and emerging renewable technologies. It will discuss how companies can transition to greener energy solutions while managing rising costs, focusing on the challenges, opportunities, and financial considerations involved in adopting renewable energy.
Automated equipment – performance, practicality, and the path forward
This session will delve into the current landscape of automated equipment, examining the latest advancements in autonomous trucks, drills, and excavation machines. It will explore the practical challenges of integrating these technologies, their performance in real-world conditions, and the tangible benefits they bring to the table, such as increased productivity, safety, and cost savings. The session will also look ahead at the future of automation in mining, considering emerging trends, technological developments, and the key considerations for scaling up automation across operations.
Circularity for battery technology
This session will focus on the growing importance of circularity in the battery industry, exploring strategies for sustainable production, usage, and disposal. It will delve into the lifecycle of batteries, from sourcing raw materials to recycling and repurposing spent batteries. It’ll discuss the innovations driving circular economy practices, the role of battery recycling in reducing environmental impact, and the emerging technologies that enable a more sustainable and efficient battery supply chain.
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