Year 10 pupils spent the last week of their school term at Bengalla experiencing what it is like to work at a mine and learn about a variety of occupations in the mining industry. 

Employees at the mine offered hands on experience to the students who were interested in maintenance trades, survey, geology, engineering, environment, production and administration. 

“My main aim for participating in work experience was to have a good idea about potentially interesting careers for later in life,” Muswellbrook High School student Joel Hartin said.

“I learnt that enjoying what you do is very important and will assist me in choosing a future career.” 

Bengalla general manager Jim Randell said the company was pleased to welcome the students.

“Work experience for a pupil is one of the most valuable activities that they can do to support their career development,” he said.

“It is an opportunity to develop skills and networks, learn about the world of work and to decide what they would like to do in the future. 

“It also provides Bengalla with an opportunity to work with the young people in our community and understand their aspirations and build on the school to work pathways.”