The second quarter 2020 employment survey, conducted in June, provided a first look at how Australian geoscience, particularly mineral exploration and mining, was being impacted by the coronavirus pandemic in Australia.
Geoscientist unemployment fell in Australia during the second quarter of 2020, despite the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic
The slight improvement in employment conditions evident from the results of the first quarter survey for 2020 was unexpected. This was interpreted as a sign that companies were seeking to retain staff and continuity of exploration programs and mining operations. Since then, Victoria has experienced a second, more serious wave of infections resulting in renewed, strict limits on business activity and mobility of staff between states. International travel remains out of the question for many Australians. How was geoscience employment affected?
We have added a question to this survey relating to where you work relative to where you completed your highest degree. A debate is emerging around whether Australia needs to be more self-sufficient in meeting geoscience skills needs in all areas of work, which new data is needed to address.
The survey typically takes only two or three minutes to complete. You do not need to be an AIG member to contribute. No data that could personally identify respondents is collected. Contributions to the survey are sought from both employed and unemployed geoscientists to ensure the relevance of results. Your completing the survey really helps to make a difference to the standing and knowledge of our profession.
Every contribution adds to the reliability of the survey results. Sincere thanks in advance for your continued support of the survey series.
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