THE JOB
WHAT AND WHERE TO STUDY
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THE DETAILS
Behind every major project are complex laws and agreements. Legal Counsel help mining companies navigate contracts, land access and environmental legislation to make sure projects are fair, compliant and well-managed.
What you’ll be doing (the technical stuff)
What does a typical day as a Legal Counsel look like whilst working in mining?
Negotiate complex contracts
Interpret industrial and environmental laws
Manage land and legal agreements
What you bring (the experience stuff)
Where to study (UAC Search Tool)-
Precise eye for legal detail
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Confidence making clear, strong arguments
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Strong negotiation and persuasion skills
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Interest in law, fairness and agreements
There's an adventure waiting for you
With opportunities across NSW, you can build your future while enjoying a lifestyle that suits you. From great cafés and local pubs to wineries, festivals and the outdoors — starts your mining career somewhere you actually want to live.
Why pursue a mining career? It’s an exciting adventure!
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Flexible hours allow you to work-hard and play-hard.
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Start earning great pay straight away.
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Exciting projects means no two days are the same.
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Gain real experience that counts.
EXPLORE CAREER PATHWAYS
Explore your possible pathways
Mining in NSW is full of awesome, well-paid jobs in every direction. It doesn’t matter where you’re from or who you are. From hands-on trades to tech and restoring the land after mining, there’s an adventure waiting for you.
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