From Scaffolder to Business Owner | The Mining Mum Podcast with Shane Lima – Lima Resources

What does it take to go from working on the tools to building your own business in the mining industry?

In this episode of The Mining Mum Podcast, I sit down with Shane Lima, founder of Lima Resources, whose story is a powerful example of grit, discipline and long-term vision.

Shane grew up in Brazil and made the life-changing decision to leave home at just 18 years old, moving across the world to New Zealand to start fresh. With no shortcuts and no safety net, he began working as a scaffolder, learning the trade from the ground up.

After gaining experience, Shane moved to Western Australia, where he spent 16 years working in the mining industry before launching his own company.

But Shane’s story isn’t just about business.

He lives his life with the discipline of an athlete and follows what he describes as a “Samurai lifestyle” — focused on structure, self-discipline and continuous improvement.

No drinking.
No drugs.
Daily training.
Fueling his body and mind for performance.

That mindset has helped him transition from working on the tools to building a successful mining services business.

In this episode we talk about:

• Growing up in Brazil and moving overseas at 18
• Starting out as a scaffolder in New Zealand
• The journey into the Western Australian mining industry
• Lessons learned from 16 years on site
• The mindset required to start your own business
• Discipline, training and the “Samurai lifestyle”
• Advice for people wanting to build a career in mining
• How tradespeople can transition into entrepreneurship

Shane is an incredible example of how hard work, discipline and consistency can transform your career and life.

If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s possible to go from working on the tools to building your own company, this episode is for you.

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💪 Whether you’re in mining, construction, or any male-dominated industry — this one’s for you.

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An amazing initiative that has the potential to change the industry and help the masses.

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