She Mines

Complacency doesn’t show up in loud, obvious ways—it creeps in quietly. In this episode of She Mines , I take a deep dive into one of the most underestimated risk on site: complacency. From the psychology behind why it happens, to examples from mining, this episode explores how routine, mental fatigue, and culture can slowly erode our safety awareness. I’ll look at how special forces stay sharp th...

In this honest and reflective episode, I explore one of the toughest questions people in the mining industry often carry silently: what if you’ve tried everything to belong, and it still doesn’t feel right? Is it okay to leave? I dive into what it really means to walk away—from a role, a crew, or even a career—and why choosing to leave isn’t a sign of failure but a step toward alignment. You’ll he...

Who are you beyond the high-vis, the production targets, and the long shifts? In this deeply personal episode of She Mines , we explore what it means to reclaim your identity outside of work. Because in mining — and other high-demand industries — it’s easy to let your role define you. We talk about why we tie our sense of worth to our productivity, the guilt that often comes with resting, and how...

In this episode, I explore the invisible mental load carried by so many in mining — the constant thinking, emotional labour, and pressure to manage life on and off site. It’s the juggling act of rosters, relationships, responsibilities, and expectations. For some, it’s burnout masked as fatigue. For others, it’s the emotional whiplash of leaving site and stepping straight into family life. I break...

The high-vis, the big money, the long hours — we’ve all heard about the surface-level parts of mining. But what’s the real story behind life on-site?  In this episode, I unpack the things no one tells you before stepping into the mining industry: the mental load, the culture shock, the unexpected highs, and the challenges that test your limits. Whether you're new to site, FIFO-curious, or just wan...

In this first episode, I share my story - growing up in a mining family, starting FIFO life as a site admin, navigating early challenges, and stepping into a new career as a mining engineer. I open up about what inspired this podcast, including my role as a mental health wellbeing champion, and the conversations that sparked it all. This episode sets the tone for what's to come: honest stories, pr...