Business Insights on Talent
How is the talent shortage impacting the mining sector?
“The recruitment landscape, particularly in regions like Ontario, is marked by the departure of a generation of mining experts through retirements, creating a noticeable void. The industry downturn of a decade ago compounded this issue.”
Andrew Hall, CEO, AMC Consultants
“The biggest challenge is attracting and retaining labor. We are trying to get our members to change the way they think about retention; it is not just about money. It is also about valuing employee contributions, giving them room and opportunities to grow, and providing training to allow them to envision a path for upward mobility.”
Marla Tremblay, Executive Director, MineConnect
“Besides specialized skills, there is a shortage of truck drivers and general laborers. Surprisingly, masons and bricklayers are very sought after, with a notable gap in apprenticeships for this crucial trade.”
Stephen Gravel, Manager, Centre for Smart Mining, Cambrian College
“The historic perception surrounding pursuing a career in trades as being less beneficial or rewarding than a university education has created a major talent shortage.”
Steve McNeil, General Manager, Workforce Inc.
“Particularly in the last 18 months, it has been difficult to find talent in the wide range of skilled trades we are hiring for. This is a problem being felt across our entire industry.”
Ryan Whissell, General Operations Manager, Patrick Sprack Limited