Fifty female students from around the South West were given the opportunity to experience first-hand what a career in mining may look like through Worsley Alumina’s Work Inspirations program.
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The year nine and ten students from schools across Collie, Bunbury and Harvey spent four days at the Worsley Refinery to learn that mining is not a field that for males only.
The students took part in a range of vocational activities, including emergency response and engineering activites, along with laboratory, operator and trade experiences.
More than 30 of the refinery’s employees volunteered for the program to help mentor the students and share their own experiences.
Vice President Operations Dino Otranto said Worsley Alumina valued diversity in the workplace and was proud to offer the program to local students.
“Working with young people while they consider their study paths and future careers is very important in helping them understand the many opportunities on offer,” he said.
“Our people volunteer to guide and mentor the students, providing inspiration and encouragement way beyond the classroom experience.
“We believe this is key to the success of the program.”
It was the third time the program, which was run from April 9 to 12, was held and Worsley Alumina will run it again later this year.
