MRC Recruiting

A lot of people say mining has a talent pipeline problem.

I think part of the issue starts earlier than that ... we ask students and early career professionals to consider an industry we haven’t explained very well.

Not the investor version or the internal version, but the real version.

What the work actually looks like.
Why it matters.
Where they could fit, even if they’re not studying mining engineering.

If someone’s only picture of mining is outdated, dangerous, or disconnected from the products they use every day, of course they’re not going to raise their hand.

That matters on site, in plants, in technical teams, in leadership pipelines. We’re not just competing for mining talent. We’re competing for attention, understanding, and belief that this is work worth building a career around.

That came up in my conversation with Rau , and I appreciated how directly he talked about it. Especially the idea that once people actually get exposed to the industry, a lot of them do get interested ... but they have to be shown the door first.

If you’re in mining and wondering why the next generation isn’t flooding in, this is part of the conversation.

Listen here, https://mrcrecruiting.com/why-mining-struggles-to-attract-talent-and-what-were-missing/

Careers rarely start where you expect them to, and Curtis Johnson’s story proves it.

In Episode 45 of Ore-atory, I sit down with Curtis of Scout Discoveries to talk about exploration geology, unexpected pivots, and the lessons you can’t plan for.

But this isn’t a conversation about titles, resumes, or checklists.

It’s about curiosity, resilience, and the small decisions that shape a career over time.

We talk about:

How growing up in the outdoors led Curtis to a field he knew nothing about at first
The twists and turns that pushed him to switch paths and discover what truly excited him
Why exploration is as much about observation, patience, and problem-solving as it is about rocks
The value of mentors, relationships, and trusting instincts in an unpredictable field
And how staying curious and adaptable keeps you moving forward, even when the next step isn’t obvious

Whether you’re navigating a career change, leading a team, or figuring out your next move, there’s insight here.

🎧 Catch Episode 45 and hear why the journey often teaches more than the destination. https://youtu.be/Kg9K2UYJJpI

ICYMI Monday 💼 | Last Week’s Hot Jobs, Still Hiring!
In case you missed it, we shared some incredible opportunities last week. There’s still time to apply or share with someone in your network. Here's your quick wrap-up:

-Rotary Kiln Process and Operations Specialist
-Electric Arc Furnace Design and Operations Specialist
-Restart Project Manager
-Purchasing Agent
-Process Engineer - Global Mining Projects (study focus)

View all open roles at: www.mrcrecruiting.com/jobs