Sarah Gooley
Director-Queensland, Association of Mining and Exploration Companies (AMEC)
Sarah has 20 years’ experience in operational, policy, advisory and management roles in the Queensland Government. In recent years Sarah has held the position of AMEC’s Queensland Director and has advocated successfully for junior and mid-tier explorers and miners in Queensland. Sarah has also consulted in the exploration and mining sector. Sarah strongly believes in the long-term future of our resources sector and looks forward to working with our members and team.
Panel discussion: Advancing gender balance in a male-dominated sector
Mining companies are actively embracing the role of change champions, navigating challenges, and seizing opportunities involving workplace diversity. This panel explores and dissects multifaceted strategies to deliver on gender balance.
Key takeaways:
- Transitioning to a Champion of Change
- Overcoming perceptions of a male-dominated sector
- Nurturing and building talent
- Supporting a career track into leadership roles
- Ensuring equity in wages and remuneration