ASHLEE HULLS - Admin Trainee to Chair of Women in Resources SA

Ashlee shares her journey from being an admintrainee to a leadership role in the mining industry. She discusses the skills she learned in her entry-level roles and the importance of coordination, organisation, and communication. Ashlee also talks about her experience as asupervisor and superintendent, where she focused on empowering her team. She then explains the differences between mining iron ore and copper in SouthAustralia. Ashlee shares how she balances her personal and career life, as well as her role as the chair of Women and Resources South Australia Committee. Sheemphasises the value of having mentors and being authentic in a male-dominated industry. Ashlee also discusses her role in risk management and her recent graduation with a Bachelor of Commerce degree. She encourages listeners to have a go and not be afraid to learn on the job. Lastly, she advises individuals to consider all options and not pigeonhole themselves when it comes to career development.ChaptersIntroduction and Career OverviewTransferable Skills from an Admin TraineeshipLessons from a Supervisor and SuperintendentRisk Management in MiningJuggling Responsibilities in the Mining IndustryKey Takeaways:· Skills such as coordination, organization, and communication are valuable in entry-level roles in the mining industry.· Empowering team members and allowing them to apply their knowledge is crucial in leadership roles.· Mining iron ore involves minimal processing and exporting, while mining copper requires complex extraction and processing.· Balancing personal and career life in the mining industry requires open communication and support from partners.· Joining committees and taking advantage of networking and upskilling opportunities can be beneficial for career growth.· Having mentors and being authentic are important in navigating a male-dominated industry.· Risk management in mining involves guiding and challenging peers and leadership teams to ensure safe and ethical operations.·  Continuing education and exploring new opportunities can lead to personal and professional growth.· Don't be afraid to learn on the job and consider all options for career development.