Up to 85 business leaders in the quarrying industry have outlined their plans for recovery as the sector experiences its first recession in three decades.
Brady report on Queensland quarry fatalities explained
As part of an educational session for the quarrying industry, forensic structural engineer Dr Sean Brady has presented his recommendations on how the industry can reduce its fatality, serious accident and high potential incident rates.
A modified version of the Trust Equation
Mike Cameron has previously discussed the Trust Equation, and how it plays a significant role in building an organisational culture of belief and confidence. He applies his own variation of the equation to Australian working conditions.
Key account planning: Establishing the profile of an ‘ideal’ customer
Achieving new sales of your business product or service solutions requires care and finesse, especially in lean times. Mike Cameron explains what makes a ‘good’ customer and how producers can use that profile to achieve mutually beneficial ends.
Holcim announces job vacancy for NSW/ACT General Manager of Aggregates
Holcim is seeking a candidate with strong experience in the aggregates industry to fill the critical role as General Manager for the aggregates division in NSW/ACT.
Quarries hit virtual classrooms amid COVID-19 lockdown
The Shelly Company has introduced a virtual quarry tour for primary school students in the United States as an alternative method to its hands-on quarry education program.
Coronavirus protection: Tips for aggregates producers
Coronavirus has undoubtedly taken industries globally by surprise. However, as Kevin Garcia explains, well prepared teams in the aggregates industry, equipped with the right tools and precautions, can still succeed in this challenging, health-conscious environment. Read more
IQA and CCAA respond to the COVID-19 crisis
Australia’s quarrying and heavy construction materials bodies have responded to the industry’s position amid the COVID-19 outbreak that has seen many sectors of Australia’s workforce shut down.
Building and sustaining an environment of trust in business
A critical factor in any organisation’s prosperity is the creation of an atmosphere of belief and confidence across all aspects of the business. Mike Cameron explains why the trust equation is at the core of this success.
Bumper program planned for 2019 conference
This year’s Institute of Quarrying Australia (IQA) national conference will be held in Geelong from Tuesday, 1 October to Thursday, 3 October.
The conference theme Read more