Coal Miners and Quarry Workers
4AI USED FOR4%moving to49%
THE DOOR, NOWB
THE DOOR, 20 YRSC
STARTING PAY£25,000 - £30,000
PHYSICAL MOATThe work is hands-on, in the real world. Software alone can't do it.
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CAREERMASH (EN)FROM CONSTRUCTION & TRADES →
Coal Miners and Quarry Workers
Coal miners and quarry workers are essential to the UK's resource extraction industry, playing a pivotal role in supplying raw materials for construction and energy. This career path offers a unique blend of physical challenge and technical skill, making it an exciting option for those who thrive in dynamic environments.
THE DOOR: A easy to E extremely hard, now and in 20 years
This job holds up well against AI
AI is used for very little of what this job actually involves today, and the work is hands-on, in the real world. Software alone can't do it. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.
Who hires for this
UK CoalOne of the largest coal mining companies in the UK, focusing on sustainable practices.TarmacA leading provider of construction materials, including aggregates from quarries.CEMEX UKA major player in the construction industry, providing materials sourced from quarries.Aggregate IndustriesA leading supplier of construction materials, with a strong focus on sustainability.Mines Rescue ServiceProvides safety and rescue services for the mining industry, focusing on training and emergency response.