Table of Contents

1. Start Mining Fast: 5 Tips for Launching Mining Projects
2. Tip 1: Start with a Thorough Site Assessment
3. Tip 2: Secure Permits and Compliance Early
4. Tip 3: Tap Into Local Manufacturing
5. Tip 4: Leverage End-to-End Hire Services and Plug-and-Play Equipment
6. Tip 5: Incorporate Autonomous and Smart Systems Early
7. MTGA Supports Operations with the Right Equipment and Solutions.

Every new mine begins with pressure: capital commitments, compliance requirements, and deadlines to meet production targets. Getting a site operational quickly without overspending is one of the toughest challenges operators face.

As a mining equipment manufacturer, we’ve helped some of Australia’s largest mining companies get what they need to start operating fast and boost their capital productivity. Here are 5 lessons we’ve learned working with them, and how you can use them to hit the ground running with your next project. 

This may be obvious, but it’s the most important thing you can do. Spend the extra time to conduct a thorough site assessment and it’ll set up the rest of your project for success. 

A thorough site assessment will tell you everything you need to know about the land you’re working with and where you need to focus. And this goes beyond just scoping out locations for new mining projects. Geological surveys and environmental studies will tell you about local weather patterns, any connectivity issues you might face due to geological structures, whether you’re going to encounter issues with groundwater conditions or erosion, and more. 

The easiest way to do this is to contract a company with advanced mapping systems such as drones, GIS, or satellite. They’ll be able to give you a comprehensive image of the site and tell you everything you need to know to make confident decisions about your mining project. 

While it might cost you more upfront, it’s a small price to pay to avoid costly surprises later down the line. The last thing you need after investing millions in a new project is for your plan to fail and to discover it’s going to cost millions more to rectify the situation.

Compliance is non-negotiable when it comes to mining. Failure to do your due-diligence can result in massive fines or worse, and put a quick stop to any project. 

However, the process can be slow, especially if you’re working on a brand-new site. It’s important to start the process to secure permits and ensure compliance early. 

Before you start making any big decisions, get started on the paperwork to ensure everything is in order. This will limit delays and ensure everything moves along smoothly.

Unless you have incredibly specialised needs, you’ll be able to get everything you need from local manufacturers faster and easier than you would from international suppliers.

Australian businesses have shorter lead times, more customisation options, and better customer support. All things that are essential when you’re trying to get a mining project off the ground fast.

Not only that, but Australian engineers and mining equipment manufacturers understand the needs of local mining companies much better than international businesses.

You can sit down with a local equipment manufacturing consultant and know you’re in good hands. The best ones will be able to answer any questions you have, discuss a custom solution and show you how to get the best results out of your equipment, tailored to your situation.

For an even faster start, hiring equipment is the way to go, especially if you don’t need fully custom-designed equipment. 

Many local manufacturers offer end-to-end hire services for communication systems, security, access control, lighting and more. Just choose the equipment off the shelf and you’re ready to go. Most will offer long term and short-term hire options and provide you with ongoing support to ensure your equipment continues to run properly throughout the time you have it. 

Depending on your needs, mining equipment hire can be a lot more affordable than purchasing equipment, and will ensure you can get started faster. Hiring offers a flexible, cost-effective alternative to purchasing, allowing you to reduce capital expenditure while achieving the same or potentially better results. Not to mention the fact that hiring keeps you agile and flexible enough to make changes fast, as you’re not committed to maintaining and managing hire equipment like you would be if you’d purchased it. 

MTGA Hire is designed specifically for these kinds of situations. Simply choose the equipment you need based on your goals, and we’ll have it delivered directly to you, ready to use. Each of our products can also be easily modified to support different communications networks, add additional lighting or CCTV cameras for safety and security solutions. View our full hire range here on our website.

One of the biggest things you can do for a new site is implement automation systems early. Autonomous systems grow with your site as they accumulate information, increasing their capabilities and allowing you to make more educated decisions. Which means you can start optimising, improving, and cost-saving earlier.

The earlier you get these systems set up, the better things will be in the long run. Here are a few examples:

Collect imagery, data, and generate 3D models you can use to avoid hazardous environments and similar issues. Any issues that might crop up can be identified and dealt with fast, reducing downtime and maximising efficiency.

Enhance vehicle visibility and automate decision making with AI and smart sensors. Modern systems can collect and analyse data on the fly and remotely, giving you greater visibility into what’s happening on site, improving automation and allowing you to make changes fast.

Most modern equipment is fitted with network connectivity capabilities, allowing you to remotely access data from it and control it. Even without investing in machine learning and automation, you can benefit massively from the data IIOT systems provide. 

This information and control can make it easier to plan infrastructure and logistics and help you enhance them over time. Not to mention being able to remotely manage the systems you’ve put in place. If you’re planning on starting a new project, ensuring the equipment you use can connect and communicate with each other part will help you develop systems that will work smoother and last longer.

At MTGA, we understand that every mining project faces unique challenges, whether it’s operating in remote regions, scaling up quickly, or managing tight budgets. That’s why we focus on delivering solutions that are practical, reliable, and tailored to site conditions. Our equipment and services are designed to reduce downtime, speed up deployment, and keep operations running smoothly from day one. 

MTGA has a proven track record of providing technology that performs in the toughest environments. Our Australian-made trailers, skids and base stations are deployed on some of the largest mine sites in the country. 

Beyond equipment, our in-house team offers end-to-end support, from design and manufacturing to installation, maintenance, and upgrades. And being locally owned and operated, we can ensure short lead times for all our customers.

Every mining project is different, but the pressures are the same: get operational fast, control costs, and stay compliant. With our Australian-made hire solutions, we help mine operators do just that. 

Talk to our team about the MTGA Hire, which reduces capital outlay, accelerates deployment, and keeps your site productive from the start. Engineered and manufactured in Australia, we build to withstand the toughest conditions.