Mining and energy engineering talent are in high demand in Australia, particularly those with skills in mine planning, geology, blasting, and underground mining experience. There are over 25,000 mining and energy engineers in Australia on LinkedIn, with nearly half located in Perth. Demand for these professionals is highest in Perth, Townsville, Mackay, Darwin, and Brisbane where demand outstrips supply. Recruiters are up to 3 times more likely to contact engineers with skills in high demand areas like mine planning and geology. Mining and energy engineers value excellent compensation and benefits highly, as well as good relationships with superiors.

1. Talent Insights
Mining and Energy Engineers
in Australia
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Which skills are in short supply?
We can look at which skills are in high demand by
analysing recruiter behaviour. For energy and mining
engineers, our data shows that expertise with skills like
mine planning, geological skills, blasting experience,
underground mining and base metals are highly sought
after on LinkedIn. Engineers with these skills are up to
3x more likely to be contacted by a recruiter. Therefore,
expect to spend more time filling positions that require
these skills.
Executive Summary
Organisations in the mining and energy sector in
Australia are finding it increasingly challenging to find,
engage and retain quality engineering talent.
Mining and energy engineering talent are the most
sought after professionals on LinkedIn in Australia.
To illustrate, the top skills of mining and energy
engineers are over 70% more in demand than
software engineering skills.
• There are over 25,000 mining and energy
engineers in Australia on LinkedIn
• Perth has become the major centre for talent,
having close to half of all mining and energy
engineers
• Mine planning, operational and geological skills
are in very high demand
• These professionals are driven by compensation
and benefits and are more likely to value
relationships with superiors and their colleagues
than other professionals
Overview
An analysis of LinkedIn data shows that there are major
cities and regional centres where demand is outstripping
supply of mining and energy engineering talent.
Recruiter activity and member data can be used to
determine supply and demand for mining and energy
engineers. A higher demand index means that the
average professional in a region is receiving more
contact from recruiters than peers in other regions.
The analysis has not identified any region where there
is untapped talent. This indicates that this talent pool is
highly mobile and while there is relatively lower demand
for engineers in Melbourne, Newcastle, Sydney and
Adelaide, the demand for this talent pool is uniformly
higher than other professionals.
Where should you look for talent?
• Untapped: These mid-sized markets have relatively
lower demand, meaning hiring is likely to be easier
• High-Demand: These are the largest markets, where
overall demand is also highest and hiring may be
difficult
• Saturated: These small to mid-sized markets also have
very high demand, meaning hiring is likely to be difficult
May 2013

2. What are mining and energy engineers looking for?
Percentage who believe each attribute is important when considering a job opportunity
1. Employees’ Networks
Engage with the talent already connected to your employees
A world of LinkedIn members – including your employees – are connected to this talent pool
2. Company Followers
Post relevant information about your company and industry
Members are nearly 3x more likely to apply for jobs at companies they follow
3. Company/Career Page
Give candidates a picture of what it’s like to work for your company
Showcase your employment brand with focused, targeted content
4. Targeted Advertising
Dynamically deliver your message to members that fit your opportunity - on and off LinkedIn
Drive traffic to your career page and jobs, or reach out to passive candidates directly
Want to learn more about how your company is already connected to this talent pool and how you can best leverage
these assets to reach this important talent pool for job opportunities? talent.linkedin.com
Source: Australian LinkedIn mining and energy Members July 2012 – Online Survey – 49 respondents
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How can you reach out to this critical talent pool?
Mining and energy engineers are heavily focused on excellent compensation and benefits. They value it 44% higher
than other professionals, and they are willing to sacrifice flexible working arrangements to achieve higher pay, valuing
flexibility 50% lower than other professionals. Interestingly and uniquely Australian, mining and energy engineers value
relationships with their superiors 80% higher than other professionals and relationships with their colleagues 36% higher.
Reach this critical talent by leveraging the assets you already have on LinkedIn. Beyond that, posting your energy and
mining positions on LinkedIn allows our matching algorithms to put those jobs in front of relevant candidates – active
or passive.
EXCELLENT COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
GOOD WORK/LIFE BALANCE
GOOD RELATIONSHIP WITH YOUR SUPERIORS
CHALLENGING WORK
STRONG CAREER PATH
GOOD RELATIONSHIP WITH YOUR COLLEAGUES
JOB SECURITY
CULTURE THAT FITS MY PERSONALITY
Energy Engineers Avg
71.4%
51.0%
38.8%
34.7%
32.7%
32.7%
28.6%
22.4%
50.0%
53.0%
22.0%
31.0%
32.0%
24.0%
29.0%
32.0%