Tim.Cotton / Mining Engineer / USA
Graduated in Mining Engineering, 1993.
Senior Mining Engineer at US Borax, California, USA
Q: what does your working day involve?
A: meetings, personnel management, design work, analysis, liaison with pit operations, extensive work with mine equipment and special projects
Q: what do you enjoy most?
A: problem solving, meeting different people, the mix of field work and office work
Q: what do you dislike most?
A: the petty politics and a lack of understanding by senior management as to how long a task takes
Q: what has been the most exciting part of your career?
A: sinking a new shaft in South Africa
Q: what has been the biggest achievement of your career?
A: being part of a successful Native Title Negotiation Team in Australia
Q: any suggestions for students starting out?
A: Try and get a gap year in a mining company before studying. Experience is everything!
Q: would you recommend a career in mining and minerals?
A: YES!!
