The Leaky Pipeline: Gender Diversity in Australia’s Mining & Resources Industry

Against a backdrop of clashing opportunity and uncertainty, Australia’s resources and mining industry is working hard to attract and retain more women, particularly in technical, trades and blue collar roles. Yet, despite concerted efforts, mining in particular persists as the most male-dominated industry in Australia. Harrier's whitepaper explores how the mining and resources industry is progressing with gender diversity efforts, and identifies some of the successes and challenges the employers are experiencing.