2026 IQA MENTORING PROGRAM: **FREE FOR IQA MEMBERS**
Connect, Learn, Grow - Building the Future Together
The IQA Mentoring Program has returned for 2026, connecting members with experienced professionals from across the quarrying sector for a structured six-month mentoring partnership.
Following the success of the inaugural 2025 program, the 2026 program offers members the opportunity to gain years of knowledge in months through direct access to experienced professionals - all at no cost, as part of your IQA membership.
Places are limited to 50 participants. Once all places are filled, the program is full - members are encouraged to apply early to secure a place
PROGRAM
DETAILS
- Free for IQA members
- Matching: Customised
pairing based on goals, experience, and development needs
- Format: Monthly meetings (1-2 hours) between
mentor/mentee plus additional communication as agreed
- Duration: Six months
- Support: Comprehensive resources and guidance throughout your mentoring journey
- Platform: Dedicated Mentoring Hub for communication, goal setting, and progress tracking
HOW TO PARTICIPATE
Positions are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis once applications open.
BENEFITS
FOR MENTORS
Sharing your knowledge through the IQA Mentoring Program offers numerous professional benefits:
- Leadership Development
Refine your coaching and leadership skills through guided mentoring relationships - Professional Satisfaction
Experience the reward of helping develop the next generation of quarrying professionals - Fresh Perspectives
Gain new insights and ideas from your mentee's different experiences and viewpoints - Legacy Building
Ensure valuable knowledge remains in the sector as careers evolve - Professional Recognition
Demonstrate your commitment to the quarrying community - Network Expansion
Build connections across different organisations and segments
BENEFITS
FOR MENTEES
Participating as a mentee can accelerate your professional
growth:
- Accelerated
Learning
Gain years of knowledge in months through direct access to experienced
professionals - Personalised
Guidance
Receive advice tailored to your specific career goals and challenges - Expanded
Network
Develop relationships with established professionals beyond your workplace - Enhanced
Visibility
Increase your profile within the quarrying community - Confidence
Building
Develop greater self-assurance in career decisions and capabilities - Skill
Development
Strengthen both technical and soft skills critical for sector advancement
HOW
THE PROGRAM WORKS
- Application
Submit your application when invitations are sent to members OR email [email protected]
- Matching
Thoughtful pairing based on goals, experience, and development needs - Orientation
Receive comprehensive resources to maximise your
mentoring relationship. - Regular Meetings
Connect at least monthly for six months (commitment: 2-3 hours per month)
- Ongoing Support
Access guidance and resources throughout your journey - Program Completion
Celebrate achievements and learnings at program conclusion
All
participants access our dedicated Mentoring Hub - making communication, goal setting, and progress tracking simple and effective.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Who can apply?
Current IQA members in good standing. Both experienced professionals (mentors) and those seeking development (mentees) are welcome.
What's the time commitment?
Approximately 2-3 hours per month: one monthly meeting (1-2 hours) plus informal communication.
How are matches made?
Based on your application responses covering goals, experience areas, industry focus, location preferences, and availability.
What if the match isn't working?
We provide support to address any issues. If necessary, re-matching can be arranged within the first month.
Is this program continuing beyond the initial 50 participants?
Based on the success of this inaugural program, we plan to expand capacity in future rounds.
What happens after six months?
Program officially concludes, though many mentoring relationships continue informally. Participants will be invited to apply for future programs.
RESOURCES
CONTACT
The IQA Mentoring Program team is here to support your mentoring journey from application through program completion.