Beers With A Miner

Paul Smith is a FIFO project manager with a passionate view on being proactive to help everyone enjoy and thrive in their FIFO jobs and life. Why did he delay his first offer to start a Fifo job, and then why did he have forced exit… after having a plan for a long and happy Fifo life? What happened after that? What sort of creatures are onsite in Saudi Arabia? This was Mad Mumzie’s first ever Facebook live, so we had an audience! Mad Mumzie gives you a very personal update at the start too. Show Notes: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers74 https://www.paulsmithcoach.com/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/973473486319146/ Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/ Online courses by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/ What Boots Podcast https://steelcapsisters.com/ Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money  for more details

Listen to find out what happens when the people who are usually asking you questions on site, are under the pump. Mad Mumzie has been watching the live stream of yet another inquiry and has a bit of a rant, just for you, and why does she feel so fascinated by it all? Oh and be sure to do all of your paperwork correctly too! Show notes" https://madmumzie.com/beers73 Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/ Online courses by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/ Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money for more details Find out more about Mad Mumzie's latest adventures with her Sister Hard Hat Mentor https://steelcapsisters.com/  

Rick J Petersen from Men Of Change Australia talks about the importance of mentoring our boys, relationships, and why we need a spine-tingling reason to get home safely! Convo about Rick's mining connections and his passion to connect Father figures with sons and creating Men of Change Australia. How can this also help women and crew culture? How can we stay connected whilst working in our mining life and build stronger relationships through the spirit of adventure? Show Notes page: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers72 Rick's Website: http://menofchange.com.au/ Get Rick's FREE eBook: www.actionsonsurvivalguide.com Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to: https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/ Online courses by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/ Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money for more details Steel Cap Sisters: https://steelcapsisters.com/  

Jody Sainsbury is a coal train driver and author of High Heels to High Vis. Jo shares how she got into her job, gives a behind-the-scenes look at how train systems work, and provides a push for a positive change in our lives. Why did this interview take 2 days to complete? Stay tuned, and enjoy the podcast! Show Notes: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers71 https://kickasswomen.com.au/ https://www.facebook.com/KickassWomenAustralia/ Get Jo’s Book High Heels to High Vis https://www.amazon.com.au/High-Heels-Vis-Kick-Women/dp/1925884759 Lyn Olsen (MM's Mum) https://www.madmumzie.com/beers18 Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/ Online courses by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/ Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money Thanks to my girlfriend Cookie for the tunes x

Mad Mumzie’s sister chats about how things have changed for our mining industry. Secure your own oxygen mask first, working from home, physical distancing and re-framing Corona. Be sure to stay to the end where the convo turns to drinking too much when working from home, exercise or lack of it, roster changes, time for re-invention, bin and Anzac day challenges and getting out in the community and work again after all this. Plus find out why the Number 70 is so special to Mad Mumzie? 4 audio files sent to MM triggered this convo, just for you. Show notes: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers70 https://hardhatmentor.teachable.com/ Can you see the pictures?  Please let Mad Mumzie know. Tag me and use the #picturesworked Twitter, insta or Facey :-) This was the first time I have added them! Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/ Online courses by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/ Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for

You may have had Woody come to your site and talk to your crew, or perhaps have seen his videos on you tube as he talks about safety and our choices? “The impact of hearing James Wood speak is something that will stay with you for a long time.” James Wood is an internationally recognised award-winning Safety Speaker. Listen in as we uncover his mining story and how he ended up in a wheelchair because of choices he made at work. You will get a lot from this convo, not just for his thoughts on mining life, safety culture and choices we make, but because he’s a great bloke, and we have a lot of fun in between the serious side of his message.   Show Notes: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers69 Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/ Online courses by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/ Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money for more details  

Brett shares how he felt being so young working with men in an underground mine. What challenges did he face, the effects that FIFO, absence and isolation can have on workers and their families plus much more. Why did he leave? Show Notes Page: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers68 Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/ Online courses by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/ Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money for more details

News of a newbie quitting because of sexual harassment on crew caused Mad Mumzie to go on a rant. In the lead up to International Women’s Day this made MM take a stand and speak out! More needs to be done. Swapping Peeps around isn’t enough. What happens to the women of his new crew? Listen in as a heartfelt audio blog unfolds, also touching on Domestic Violence and how shocked Oz has been. What can be done? #EachforEqual #IWD2020 Show notes: https/madmumzie.com/beers67 Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/ Online courses by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/ Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money  for more details

Dodgy course providers, how to find one you can trust and what does a dump truck operator and new starter package involve? ACTA GROUP’s Sean Allman shares his mining life and why he started a training company. This will be an ongoing connection as Mad Mumzie finally found a reputable, trustworthy course provider to recommend. Does Sean wear his hi-vis shirts on break on the Gold Coast like many miners do here in Central Qld? Listen in to find out! Show Notes: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers66 https://actagroup.com.au/ https://www.facebook.com/ACTAGroup/ Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/ Online mining courses by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/ Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money for more details

Trish currently works for Adani Australia at the Carmichael Coal Mine as one of the Site Administrators. Prior to that she was at Rugby Run, another Adani project but this was building a solar farm out near Moranbah in Central Qld. Listen in as we discover she is made for these roles and thrives on switching from task to task and urgent needs from many team members. Lots of golden nuggets about rosters, working with blokes and starting life again in her early 40’s like so many of us. A new friendship is brewing and maybe one day, a ride in that hot orange car of theirs! Show Notes Page: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers64 Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to: https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/ Free online courses by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/ Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money for more details http://www.bantacs.com.au/booklets/Miners_Booklet.pdf  

What do you need for a medical? How do they test for black lung disease and how can you prevent it? Who better to talk to than Mackay's very own Dr. John Mcintosh. MM sits down in the Doctor's office, microphones in hand. Co owner of GP super clinics and founder of  the TUF Minds app along with his wife Dr. Elizabeth Mcintosh. What is involved in a coal board medical? What must you bring with you and could you fail? What’s the difference between CBM and fit for work? Why should you practice waddling like a duck? Show notes: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers65 Mad Mumzie Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/beerswithaminer Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/ Podcast episode sponsor Bantacs Accounting Group https://www.bantacs.com.au/

He chats to Mad Mumzie all about his mining adventures, his book Coal Faces and his collection of old mining equipment. Abc Radio Sydney Katherine from Background Briefing Podcast also came along to chat about safety in mining in Qld. Be sure to stay til the end to hear some funny parts on that! This is a look back at how mining used to be in the old days, right through to now. Check out the show notes page to see where to find Buck’s book and the video of him showing all his old mining gear. Buck first came on the podcast when we chatted about the response to earthquakes, and now he’s back! https://www.madmumzie.com/beers63 https://www.coalfaces.com/ https://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/backgroundbriefing/ Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/ Free online courses by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/ Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money for more details http://ww

Why did they ask Mad Mumzie? What does Mackay's Mayor think about it? Strange going to Mackay Council Headquarters with a camera crew and saying “I'm here to see the Mayor.” A random Facebook message changed everything, was it legit? Research and a chat with a TV Director in Denmark was the beginning of an epic 2 day adventure… The programme is similar to our ABC’s Foreign Correspondent. I was to speak about how mining affects our country and our town as they share a story about the draught here in Oz. What might be causing it? In Denmark they have no mining, so they can’t relate to why we keep doing it. Jakob, the Director did 1 year in Townsville and 3 in Brisvegas doing his Journo degree years ago, so he understands our culture. I wouldn’t have agreed if it was another “your killing the reef, anti Adani” perspective. I don’t need that target on my back and they would not be open to absorb my thoughts. A chat on the phone to meet the Director and find out their why and why me, helped me decide. They didn’t

Why has Monika been passionate about helping us to do the best we can with our money since she was 8 years old? Growing up in South Africa puts a whole new perspective on it, and what happened to her Dad and then her family really tore at my heart strings. So much respect for this strong, wonderful lady and I can see a nice friendship brewing. We cover the importance of a will, the difference between your will and your superannuation when it comes to your estate, income protection, funeral and health insurance, brand loyalty and so much more. Show notes: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers61 Links.. https://bantacsfinancialsolutions.com.au/monika-ponmoon/ https://bantacsfinancialsolutions.com.au https://www.bantacs.com.au/ https://madmumzie.com/beers24 https://www.mindmeister.com Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/ Free online courses by Mad Mumzie: https://mining.teachable.com/ Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this e

Mel from Prospect Recruitment shares her honest account of what she is looking for when hiring, and the processes. Resumes, interviews, engagement days and assessment centres, your social media profile, NSW v Qld. Listen in as we dissect a resume from a cleaner who is applying for newbie roles in the mining industry. What do recruiters who have thousands of resumes to assess watch out for? This is a fun and passionate discussion about all things recruitment with a lovely lady who cares deeply about those she is trying to help. The convo gets curly at times as we discuss women, age, feedback and much more. Show Notes: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers60 https://prospectrecruitment.com.au/ https://www.facebook.com/mellisa.prospectrecruitment.7 Mining Jobs Qld Bowen Basin Qld Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/ Podcast episode sponsor Bantacs Accounting Group https://www.bantacs.com.au/

It is also all about family help, partners, countdown timer, friends, messaging within the app and searching for others nearby on break or in a new camp. A convo about working in our industry, technology, challenges working away and much more. What has Andrew done in our industry to know how important these issues are? Why you do not have to be a FIFO worker to use this app. What happens at the start when their convo is rudely interrupted! Listen for blooper at the end too :-) Show Notes page: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers59 http://fifolifeapp.com/ steelcapsisters.com Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/ Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode https://madmumzie.com/money  for more details

HHM's partner was trying to sleep for night shift when the quake struck. What did he feel? Does it affect the operation of mine sites? MM honestly didn't know. A chat helped, and some first hand knowledge from author and underground deputy Buck helped answer that question."The first quake struck at 1:39pm Sunday, between Broome and Port Hedland. Aftershocks will continue. Although rare, there is the possibility of another large seismic event being triggered "What about all the mines in the area?"  Peeps on Social Media were asking me what goes on when there is an earthquake? Mad Mumzie and Hard Hat Mentor (Steel Cap Sisters) chatted about it.  Show notes page: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers58 Links from the episode. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2019-07-15/earthquake-aftershocks-shake-wa-after-magnitude-6.6-tremor/11308998 Hard Hat Mentor's Real Miner was in Meekatharra. How far from Broome where earthquake was? 17 h 36 min (1,537.4 km) via National Highway 95 and National Highway 1 2016 MM's earthquake off B

Mad Mumzie shares with you her rediscovered writings about when she first started driving a truck in the mines. Reflecting back from the future. Helpful to those looking to work in the mines and also to learn more about Mad Mumzie, and how she got her start in the mines. How long ago? What was she doing before that? How did she hack it? What was the hardest part? Show Notes Page: https://www.madmumzie.com/beers57 Are you looking for a job in the mines but don't know where to start? Head to https://www.madmumzie.com/noexperience/ Thanks to Bantacs Accounting Group Sponsor for this episode. Find out more here: https://madmumzie.com/money  

Passionate speakers share their thoughts on The "Stop Adani convoy" with Bob Browne leading the charge all the way from Hobart! Coming into our region to voice their opinion on the Carmichael coal mine, and the locals aren’t happy. Why was it on? Why were we there? 80% of the crowd put up their hands when asked if it was their first rally too? It was time to stand up for our region. The convoy drove past dirty brown coal mines and power stations in Vic and NSW to protest against the cleanest coal in the world! After my free sausage MM interviewed Mackay Mayor Greg Williamson, Federal member for Dawson George Christensen and  the MC for the event, RIN Director and rally virgin himself Mick Crowe. They all spoke of their pride in how many peeps came out to show support for our industry. In the distance I could see red flags blowing as the stop Adani Convoy prepared to leave. Interesting time to be on the Peak Downs Highway! Will they get fuel? Many hoped not. https://www.madmumzie.com/beers56 Google Go Galilee

We lost yet another beloved miner recently which spurred me to share these thoughts with you. Firstly, I want to send love and angels to family, friends and work mates of all those involved. News travels fast when a serious incident occurs at one of our mine sites. Someone close to me was immediately affected so I knew quickly. Wanting to learn more I went to social media. Local groups had not yet picked up on it, or perhaps-wisely-chosen not to share just yet? I was tagged in a post on a tv channel’s page that had chosen to share the as yet vague details. Initially incorrect news was spread. Many people were panicked and trying to find out the facts. Comment threads were horrifying me. One lady shared how worried she was as her partner worked there and advice was pouring in. Yes, she had already contacted site to learn more, but they could not release anything. They were right in the middle of dealing with it all. Can you imagine? Workforce safety and communication, helicopters, police, ambulance, med