26/08/2026
My Story, Your Future | Meet Shane
This is just a snippet of Shane’s story! Watch the full interview and discover more about his journey into mining in the link below.
My Story, Your Future - National Skills Week 2026 is the perfect time to share the stories of South Australians working across the mining and resources sector and the different pathways that have shaped their careers.
Shane is a Senior Geologist working with a uranium mining company in South Australia. Originally from Malaysia, Shane moved to Australia at 16, completed Year 12 and went on to study at the University of Adelaide.
After initially planning to pursue a career in petroleum engineering, Shane found his way into the resources sector through university networking opportunities and an internship with a uranium mining company. From there, he progressed into a graduate role and Production Geologist before gaining experience across exploration, uranium and gold and progressing into his current role as a Senior Geologist.
When asked what advice he would give someone considering a career in mining, Shane shared:
“The soft skills, the work ethic and the attitude automatically puts you in the top 30%.”
He also highlighted the importance of staying humble, learning from others, self-reflecting and being willing to adapt throughout your career.
Thank you to Shane for sharing his story and helping others discover the many different career pathways available within South Australia’s mining industry.
🎥 Read & Watch Shane's full career story here:
https://www.hotrubble.com.au/post/my-story-your-future-meet-shane
Department for Energy and Mining, South Australia
South Australian Chamber of Mines & Energy (SACOME)
Department of State Development
Department for Education, South Australia
Engineers Australia
South Australian Skills Commission
AusIMM
AMEC (Association of Mining and Exploration Companies)
