Workforce turnover in FIFO mining operations in Australia: An exploratory study

Workforce turnover in FIFO mining operations in Australia: An exploratory study Report

  • Author(s): Beach, R., Brereton, D., Cliff, D.
  • Secondary Author(s): Centre for Social Responsibility in Mining, Sustainable Minerals Institute, The University of Queensland
  • Published: 2003
  • Publisher: Centre for Social Responsibility in Mining, and Minerals Industry Safety and Health Centre, University of Queensland

Abstract: “The primary objective of this research project is to assist the mining industry manage workforce turnover more effectively, especially in fly-in/fly-out (FIFO) operations. A secondary objective is to map out an agenda for further research in the area. The project arose from consultations with mining industry representatives, who identified turnover as an important issue for the industry and drew attention to the adverse economic, operational and social impacts of workforce instability. The research has been conducted jointly by the Centre for Social Responsibility in Mining (CSRM) and the Minerals Industry Safety and Health Centre (MISHC), with funding provided through the University of Queensland’s Sustainable Minerals Institute.

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Beach, R., Brereton, D., Cliff, D., 2003, Workforce turnover in FIFO mining operations in Australia: An exploratory study, Report, viewed 06 February 2025, https://www.nintione.com.au/?p=4281.

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