Advice for Applicants

Winning a job in the Mining and METS sectors

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The 3 Keys to Success

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There are three key things applicants must demonstrate  for success in the application process.  

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UNDERSTANDING

CAPABILITY

PERSONAL ALIGNMENT

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How do you do this? Read on...

Understanding

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Before you begin the application process you will need to undertake research to understand:

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• the industry

• the organisation

• the job role

• the position advertised

Capability

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Use the information from your research to demonstrate your capability.

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• match your skills and experience to the job requirements

• use relevant examples that briefly describe the situation, the process and the outcome AND how you would approach it in the future

• No relevant experience?  provide an example from a similar situation or detail how you would approach the task or situation  (ie the process you would go through to achieve a positive outcome)

Personal Alignment

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A successful working relationship will often come down to whether the operating style, priorities and values of the business are aligned to your personal style, priorities and values.

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• Is the opportunity important to you?

• Does the organisation / position align with your personal values? 

• Are you the right fit for the organisation and the job?

• Does your personal style reflect the style of the business?

• Will this job align with your short and longer term goals?

• Does the job fit in with your other commitments (work/life balance)?

  • Are you able to travel?

  • Can you work flexible hours?

  • Can you be relied on to be at work when you are expected to be there?

• Use examples of:

  • the choices you have made to progress your career

  • how the job aligns with your goals

  • Other steps you have taken to prepare for the industry/opportunity

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