The number of women working in trade positions in the Sunshine state's resources sector is up almost 40% on 2023 figures, with 13% of all trade roles filled by women.

Bertram said it was wonderful to see more women benefiting from the financial security of a well-paid job in the industry, especially with the high cost of living impacting households.

Data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics shows miners take home the most income compared to other industries, with the average full-time annual wage about $148,000 compared to about $96,000 across all industries.

Industry research also shows 90% of women employed in the mining sector work in non-traditional roles such as engineering, environmental science, data analysis, production supervision and management positions.

Bertram said research showed diverse workplaces helped create safer, more productive and more positive working environments for all employees.

"The resources sector is also experiencing a serious skilled worker shortage so there are plenty of practical reasons why companies are seeking to recruit more women for a broad range of positions," she said.

Women In Mining and Resources Queensland co-chair Sally Rayner said the latest data showed Queensland's resources sector attracted a younger demographic of female employees compared to the national figure.

"Resources companies are also more aware of the value to their business from having an inclusive environment which is open to new and different ways to identify and solve problems," she said.

Rayner said there were diverse and rewarding careers available across the sector, which was highlighted by the outstanding field of award finalists in this year's Resources Awards for Women, hosted by the QRC and WIMARQ.

This year, 18 women plus three female students will compete for seven awards, to be presented on March 8, with the winners to represent Queensland at the Women in Resources National Awards in Canberra later in the year.

The finalists come from Weipa, Bluff, Gladstone, Bundaberg, Rockhampton, Ridgelands, Southport, Gold Coast and Brisbane.

They showcase a range of positions including general managers, engineers, governance experts, metallurgists, environmental advisors, trainers, production coordinators, mine technicians, workplace managers and asset innovation specialists.

Bertram said the QRC hoped the finalist's stories and success inspired a new generation of women to consider working in the resources sector.