People Development: Building the Future Workforce for the Resources Industry

The resources sector is facing a talent crunch. As digital technologies proliferate and legacy expertise retires, companies must reskill their workforce and attract new talent with purpose and innovation at the core.

Operational teams now require cross-disciplinary skills, from data analytics and automation to community relations and sustainability.Leadership must embrace diversity, cross-sector collaboration, and ethical decision-making.

Developing local talent, empowering frontline workers, and embedding lifelong learning are vital for long-term relevance and impact.