Terms of Service

    Last updated: January 1, 2024

    Welcome to MiningConnect. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our platform and services. By using MiningConnect, you agree to these Terms and our Privacy Policy.

    Acceptance of Terms

    By accessing or using MiningConnect ("the Platform"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our services.

    These terms apply to all users of the Platform, including job seekers, employers, and visitors.

    User Accounts

    Account Registration

    To access certain features, you must create an account. You agree to:

    • Provide accurate and complete information
    • Maintain the security of your account credentials
    • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
    • Be responsible for all activities under your account
    • Be at least 18 years old or have legal capacity to enter into contracts

    Account Termination

    We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms or engage in fraudulent or harmful activities.

    Job Seekers

    As a job seeker, you agree to:

    • Provide truthful and accurate information in your profile and applications
    • Not submit false or misleading resumes or credentials
    • Use the Platform only for legitimate job-seeking purposes
    • Respect the confidentiality of employer information
    • Not engage in any form of harassment or inappropriate communication

    Employers

    As an employer, you agree to:

    • Post only legitimate job opportunities
    • Provide accurate job descriptions and requirements
    • Comply with all applicable employment and anti-discrimination laws
    • Use candidate information only for recruitment purposes
    • Pay all applicable fees for premium services
    • Not post jobs that require upfront payment from candidates

    Prohibited Activities

    Users must not:

    • Violate any laws or regulations
    • Post false, misleading, or fraudulent content
    • Scrape, copy, or redistribute Platform content without permission
    • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
    • Use the Platform for spam or unsolicited communications
    • Impersonate others or misrepresent affiliations
    • Post content that is offensive, discriminatory, or harmful
    • Interfere with the proper functioning of the Platform

    Intellectual Property

    Platform Content

    All content on MiningConnect, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is owned by or licensed to us and is protected by intellectual property laws.

    User Content

    You retain ownership of content you submit but grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive license to use, display, and distribute your content in connection with our services.

    Feedback

    Any feedback or suggestions you provide may be used by us without compensation or attribution.

    Disclaimers and Limitations

    No Guarantee

    We do not guarantee job placement, the accuracy of job listings, or the success of recruitment efforts.

    Third-Party Content

    We are not responsible for content posted by users or third parties, including job listings and user profiles.

    Service Availability

    We strive for continuous availability but do not guarantee uninterrupted access to the Platform.

    Limitation of Liability

    TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, MININGCONNECT SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE PLATFORM.

    Our total liability for any claim shall not exceed the amount paid by you to us in the twelve months preceding the claim.

    Dispute Resolution

    Governing Law

    These terms are governed by the laws of Australia, without regard to conflict of law principles.

    Dispute Process

    Any disputes shall first be addressed through good faith negotiations. If unresolved, disputes shall be submitted to binding arbitration in accordance with Australian arbitration rules.

    Changes to Terms

    We may modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of material changes through the Platform or via email. Continued use of MiningConnect after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

    Contact Information

    If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us at: info@miningconnect.com.au

    For support and assistance, visit our Help Center or contact us.