Engineering
The engineering industry involves science, mathematics and technology to find creative solutions to design, build, and maintain systems and structures, from buildings to software. There are five broad types of engineering – chemical, civil, electrical, mechanical and structural. Some new specialisations including biomedical engineering, aerospace engineering, environmental engineering, agricultural engineering and software engineering.
There are also engineering support roles that design, assemble, build, install, test and maintain equipment and machinery. Examples of occupations in this industry include engineer associate, drafts people, technicians, production scheduler, heavy duty mechanic, boiler maker, process control engineer, fabrication and welding and process plant operator.
For some occupations in this industry, you can start a vocational qualification in Years 11 or 12. Other occupations will require tertiary study after you finish high school.
The links below will help you explore this industry and the career opportunities.
Mining
The mining industry involves taking minerals such as gold, coal and ores, crude petroleum and gases from the ground. Examples of occupations in this industry include operators, professional and technical roles, various trade workers, driller, miner, shot firer, welder, dozer operator heavy duty mechanic, project manager, underground and open cut truck driver, geologist, engineer, mobile plant operator, process plant operator, accountant, information technology specialists, occupational health and safety officer, human resources and contract officers, site medic and metallurgical technician.
For some occupations in this industry, you can start a vocational qualification in Years 11 or 12. Other occupations will require tertiary study after you finish high school.
The links below will help you explore this industry and the career opportunities.
Manufacturing
The manufacturing industry involves turning raw materials into new products, including working with metal, wood, chemicals, food and beverages, petroleum, plastics, minerals or even furniture. Examples of occupations in this industry include cabinetmaker, welder, metal machinist, sales assistant, accountant, logistics clerk, factory worker and chemical engineer, fitter and machinist.
For some occupations in this industry, you can start a vocational qualification in Years 11 or 12. Other occupations will require tertiary study after you finish high school.
The links below will help you explore this industry and the career opportunities.