Contractor Golding will slash at least 38 roles 'as soon as practical' with 'further reductions also expected', according to a memorandum leaked to the ABC.
Documents leaked to the ABC revealed SIMEC Mines at Whyalla is slowing operations.Workers at Whyalla's SIMEC Mines face a heavy loss in hours or redundancy with leaked documents revealing hematite resources will be fully exhausted within 18-24 months.
Australian Workers Union acting state secretary Gary Henderson said members could be made redundant as early as June. "We understand this would be a substantial move from SA to Queensland and will not suit everyone's personal circumstances," the memorandum said.Those who retain their job with Golding will still face hardship as the mines transition from a 24-hour operation to an eight-hour day shift from August 1.
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