Age diversity is nothing new but today the workplace is influenced by demographic and societal changes that mean we are now working with more generations than ever before. As managers and supervisors, we need to develop an understanding of the different generational perspectives to improve teamwork, communication and understanding. This PDP has been developed for anyone keen to improve their effectiveness by understanding the key motivators and drivers from a generational perspective. Topics will include Australia’s generational profile, the characteristics of generational groups (eg Baby Boomers, Generation X, Generation Y), the introduction of Generation Z, key motivators of each group, common areas of conflict, balancing the generational mix, and strategies for promoting workplace cohesion and intergenerational respect.

April 9th (half day)

With the theme “Regional minds, regional policy, regional outcomes”, the Building Regional Australia 2013 Summit is a unique opportunity to examine the leading issues for regional Australia and create a platform to draw attention to regional Australia as the engine room of the nation. Managing rapid growth in Australian capital cities is a formidable task and places heavy demand on resources (often at the expense of regional areas). In light of this, the 2013 Summit will highlight prospering regional communities and showcase successful strategies being implemented in terms of regional development policy. Keynote speakers at the summit will include The Hon Simon Crean MP, Federal Minister for Regional Australia, Regional Development and Local Government, The Hon Andrew Stoner MP, NSW Deputy Premier and NSW Minister for Trade and Investment, Regional Infrastructure and Services, Stephen Gallilee, director and CEO of the NSW Minerals Council, The Hon Warren Truss MP, Federal National Part

This PDP is suitable for quarry managers and supervisors, project team members, people new to project management and team leaders. The course covers all aspects of a project from inception to completion, including project life cycle and phases, project definition, the work breakdown structure, the network diagram, project scheduling, project implementation and monitoring, communication techniques and the roles/responsibilities of the project manager. To register, visit the IQA website.

The main purpose of this PDP is to define the various types of crushing and grinding equipment available, describe their operational parameters and provide insight into machine selection, with the benefits and disadvantages of each type for particular applications. The course is suitable for newcomers to the industry and those progressing into plant and quarry management to understand the types of equipment they are likely to encounter, as well as how to optimise their use. Participants will learn about crusher types (eg jaws, gyratory crushers, cones, roll crushers, HSIs, VSIs, mineral sizers, hammer mills, active implant crushers), crushing definitions, crusher selection, crushing stages and crushing actions.
Half Day 17 April

The main purpose of this PDP is to define the various types of feeders and screens currently in common usage within the quarrying industry. The course is suitable for newcomers to the industry and those progressing into plant and quarry management to understand the types of equipment they are likely to encounter, as well as how to optimise their use. Participants will learn about the different types of feeders (eg vibrating grizzly, reciprocating tray, plate apron, wobbler, vibrating pan, belt), the principles of screening and the types of screens (eg inclined vibrating, horizontal vibrating, variable ellipse, banana, omniscreens, resonance and high speed screens, probability screens, trommels, dewatering screens).
Half day 17 April

Having looked at individual components – crushers , feeders and screens, washing, dewatering, silt/slimes treatments and conveyors – this PDP reviews the complete plant. This can never be a straightforward process, as any individual plant will be configured to cater for the type of material, market needs, funds available and individual experiences of those responsible for the design and procurement process. These, and other issues, will be looked at in more detail as the PDP progresses through the plant design process. The course is suitable for industry newcomers and stalwarts progressing into plant and quarry management to understand and optimise the types of equipment they are likely to encounter. Participants will learn about fixed and mobile plant concepts, operational parameters, market analysis, primary gyratory installation and directed feed, varying plant phases, jaw configuration, primary discharge, surge piles, chute design and transfer points, secondary and tertiary crushi

Whilst there are several other systems available for the transportation of materials between process stages, and stockpiling of products, it is the belt conveyor type which predominates in quarries and mines and this section of the course will relate to this system only. The course is suitable for newcomers to the industry and those progressing into plant and quarry management to understand the types of equipment they are likely to encounter, as well as how to optimise their use. Participants will learn about conveyor systems, conveyor assembly, belts, drums, idlers, skirts, scrapers, drives, tensioning and tracking systems, stringers and overland conveyors.

The IQA invites all members to its 56th annual conference in Townsville, the thriving capital of tropical North Queensland. The conference theme is Diversity and opportunity and there will be a strong focus on North Queensland’s diverse nature and the opportunities available in the region to business and local communities. The NQ focus will give delegates an insight into the benefits and pitfalls of a distinct working environment. The conference will also showcase the latest innovations in quarrying practices and equipment. Jupiters Townsville, superbly located between Magnetic Island, the Breakwater Marina and the Strand, is the perfect conference venue. To register your interest in attending, sponsoring or exhibiting, contact All Occasions Management.