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Mine control room operator jobs in Finland

Mine control room operators perform a range of tasks from the control room of a mine. They monitor the processes through electronic representations shown on monitors, dials, and lights. Control room operators make changes to variables and communicate with other departments to make sure processes keep running smoothly and according to established procedures. They take appropriate actions in case of irregularities or emergencies.

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Mine control room operator – how much is the pay in Finland?

What the trade paid in 2024

Hourly earnings in Finland 2024 — occupation group 8131 Chemical products plant and machine operators, Statistics Finland table 15az, CC BY 4.0.
Median19.99 €/h
Bottom tenth14.69 €/h
Top tenth28.22 €/h
Employees6,579

Pay by sex, 2024

Median hourly earnings by sex in Finland 2024 — occupation group 8131 Chemical products plant and machine operators, Statistics Finland table 15az, CC BY 4.0.
SexMedianEmployees
Women18.11 €/h2,194
Men21.12 €/h4,385

Mine control room operator - Which skills are essential?

Utilise computer equipment or digital devices to facilitate quality control, data management, and communication. Follow instructions given by a computer programme, create computer files or documents.

Implement safety programmes to comply with national laws and legislation. Ensure that equipment and processes are compliant with safety regulations.

Identify operating problems, decide what to do about it and report accordingly.

Maintain records of mine production and development performance, including performance of machinery.

React quickly in case of emergency and set planned emergency procedures in motion.

Direct and coordinate communication procedures during emergencies. Instruct callers appropriately, and keep them informed of any rescue effort. Alert and dispatch rescue personnel to emergency calls and critical alarms.

Monitoring equipment implies watching gauges, dials, or display screens to make sure a machine is working.

The functioning of electronic circuit boards, processors, chips, and computer hardware and software, including programming and applications. Apply this knowledge to ensure electronic equipment runs smoothly.

Direct network and radio communications between different operational units. Receive and transfer further radio or telecom messages or calls. These might include messages from the public, or the emergency services.

The rules and risks affecting health and safety when working underground. 

Monitor the situation around you and anticipate. Be ready to take quick and appropriate action in case of unexpected events.

Communicate relevant information about the conditions in the workplace, progress, events, and potential problems to the workers in the next shift.

Mine control room operator - Which skills are useful but not essential?

Be aware of the impact of geological factors, such as faults and rock movements, on mining operations.

Ensure production, environmental and technical reporting and recording requirements are met, in order to analyse productivity and to comply with statutory requirements.

Make immediate operating decisions as necessary without reference to others, taking into account the circumstances and any relevant procedures and legislation. Determine alone which option is the best for a particular situation.

Make up and complete shift schedules and production reports in a timely manner.

Communicate transparently and efficiently with mine production management and machine operators. Pass on any relevant information such as outages, efficiency and productivity of the equipment.

Understand the principles of electricity and electrical power circuits, as well as the associated risks.

Theoretical and practical applications of the science studying the action of displacements and forces on physical bodies to the development of machinery and mechanical devices.

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Sources

Wage data: Statistics Finland, wage structure statistics, table 15az, year 2024. Read 2.10.2026. Licence CC BY 4.0.

This service uses the ESCO classification of the European Commission.

How we calculated these figures