Who We Are

What We Do

The Blue Tongue Difference

Our Industries

Mining and Civil Industry

Let Blue Tongue help you reduce reliance on expensive subcontractors and increase workforce retention with our unique Heavy Duty Equipment Technician workforce solutions.

What We Provide to the Mining and Civil Industry

Automotive Service Technician to Heavy Duty Equipment Technician Upskill Program

Blue Tongue developed the first Automotive Service Technician to Heavy Duty Equipment Technician Advanced Group Training Program in Australia in 2011 with one specific goal: to solve the critical workforce shortages of Heavy Duty Equipment Technicians.

Since the implementation of our Advanced Group Training Programs, Blue Tongue has sourced, hired, upskilled, and supported over 1,000 automotive mechanics to gain qualifications and work in mining heavy duty equipment maintenance for our Clients.

We have achieved a 93% retention and completion rate with our Clients, with 80% of our upskilled workforce still working with our Clients more than four years later.

Heavy Duty Equipment Technician International Talent Program

Blue Tongue has two decades of experience in sourcing, selecting, and employing specialist technical trades from around the world to help mining and civil businesses overcome Heavy Duty Equipment Technician shortages.

In us, our Clients have a true partner. They can leverage our decades of experience in international talent sourcing as we manage everything from hiring to relocation of global talent, and then offer continued workforce management support for the duration of the Program.

Clients have seen huge advantages from our International Talent Program such as improved workforce retention, culture, and loyalty. And because we invest all upfront costs ourselves, Clients can take on skilled international talent with virtually no risk.

Blue Tongue has reinvented the way to solve critical Heavy Duty Equipment Technician skills shortages in the mining and civil industry.

  • We work closely with mining and civil Clients to plan, design, and project manage a custom, innovative Program addressing critical mining heavy duty equipment maintenance and workforce challenges.
  • We invest significant funds ensuring technicians are up to date with industry standards and skills before they start with our mining and civil Clients.
  • We undertake extensive market research and testing with candidates before inviting them to join our mining upskill and global talent Programs, ensuring they are the right fit for our mining and civil Clients.
  • We have tested and honed our Programs over decades, ensuring that our partner mining and civil Clients get unrivaled results.

Frequently Asked Questions

Blue Tongue’s Advanced Group Training Program is designed to tackle employee retention challenges in mining operations by focusing on long-term workforce solutions. Rather than providing quick fixes, the program builds a pipeline of highly skilled, loyal, and efficient maintenance workers tailored to meet the unique needs of mining operations.

Through targeted upskilling and training, workers are equipped with the skills they need to excel in their roles, fostering job satisfaction and engagement. By creating clear career pathways and offering dedicated support, the program ensures employees feel valued and invested in—key drivers of retention.

With Blue Tongue, mining companies don’t just fill roles; they build reliable teams that stick around, reducing turnover and improving overall workforce stability.

Blue Tongue’s International Talent Program provides the mining sector with a powerful solution to address critical skills shortages while driving long-term benefits. By employing and sponsoring top international Heavy Duty Equipment Technicians, we connect mining operations with skilled, career-minded professionals who are dedicated to their roles. Our program helps businesses reduce their reliance on subcontractors and labour hire, cutting costs while fostering a more efficient, in-house workforce.

With a focus on building loyalty and retention, we carefully select technicians who align with each Client’s long-term needs and provide ongoing support to ensure their success. By taking on the upfront costs and complexities of sourcing, hiring, and managing international talent, Blue Tongue minimizes risk for our Clients. Since 2005, we’ve placed nearly 1,000 international Heavy Duty Equipment Technicians, delivering proven results that enable mining operations to grow sustainably and productively.

Blue Tongue’s workforce solutions improve workplace culture within mining companies by fostering a team of dedicated, career-driven Heavy Duty Equipment Technicians who are aligned with the business’s long-term goals. Our focus on building loyal, skilled workforces translates to a stronger sense of commitment and teamwork among employees. With a proven track record of delivering a 93% retention rate, our solutions help mining companies create stable, reliable teams, reducing turnover and the disruptions it causes.

By investing in sourcing, hiring, upskilling, and managing technicians, we not only address immediate workforce challenges but also create an environment where employees feel valued and supported. This emphasis on career growth and alignment with company goals contributes to a positive, productive workplace culture, ultimately enhancing morale and overall performance.

Blue Tongue manages the entire workforce skills journey for mining and civil companies by offering a structured, end-to-end solution that addresses workforce shortages and builds long-term capabilities.

Throughout the process, we provide ongoing support, from initial recruitment and training to on-the-job mentoring, ensuring that workers are fully integrated into your operations. This approach helps companies strengthen internal capabilities, reduce reliance on contractors, and ensure long-term workforce stability. With decades of experience and a focus on seamless transitions, Blue Tongue manages the full lifecycle of workforce development, delivering sustainable, high-performing teams that drive results.

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Oil and Gas

Blue Tongue offers specialized oil and gas workforce skills and training programs to help Canadian businesses solve Heavy Duty Equipment and Electrical Instrumentation Technician shortages in the oil and gas industry. These Programs are designed specifically for the oil and gas industry, with practical training and employment on real rigs and equipment, ensuring our employees are able to commence work on day one as competent technicians.

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Heavy Haul Transport

To supply Heavy Duty Equipment Technicians to the Canadian heavy haul transport industry, Blue Tongue sources and upskills technicians to fill these critical roles. Our unique Programs are designed to expand the number of skilled Heavy Duty Equipment Technicians available in the Canadian market in order to overcome severe skills shortages in heavy equipment repair and maintenance.

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Forestry and Logging

The Heavy Duty Equipment Technician labour shortages in Canada’s forestry and logging industry impacts the economic and socio-economic standing of hundreds of communities across the country. Blue Tongue is reinventing the way to solve these skills shortages with its groundbreaking forestry and logging heavy duty equipment training Programs, which source and upskill experienced workers to fill critical Heavy Duty Equipment Technician roles.

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