Hi everyone, I know there are so many posts on this sub-reddit about how to get into the mines, I’ve read so many posts the words are swimming on my screen.

I would like to ask for some advice on how to upskill myself to make myself more desirable and if there are any stories of people in similar positions to me.

I have been a Brisbane City Council Bus Driver for over 3 years, driven every single bus including articulated buses except for a double decker. I have my HR and forklift license. I am currently still based in Brisbane but willing to move.

I am trying to find a haul/dump truck job as I believe this would be the best transfer of skill set. I have seen courses and training for CAT 737, 777 and multiple other trucks but I am not sure which one to do, and if it is even worth doing these before applying.

Is it also worth engaging in a service like ‘underground training australia’ to help with my resume and get some ‘mining industry knowledge’?

A lot of the jobs I see also require at least 12-months experience in a mine, which I do not have. Is the only entry level job these days offsider drilling? Or is it still possible to get an entry level truck driving job?

I am willing to do whatever I can to improve my chances, any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!