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*** Superintendent Geotechnical - Carrapateena Date: 3 Aug 2026

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Job Country: Australia

Job State/Province: South Australia

Job Location/Region: Carrapateena

About Copper SA Operations at BHP BHP is a global resources company operating across more than 90 locations worldwide. Through Copper South Australia (Copper SA), we are building a leading copper portfolio that supports the global energy transition, supplying materials essential for renewable energy, electric vehicles and digital infrastructure.

For you, this is an exciting chance to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and help shape the future of one of Australia's leading copper businesses.

About Carrapateena Carrapateena is a large, modern underground copper‑gold operation and one of South Australia’s most significant mining developments in the past decade. Located approximately 160km north of Port Augusta on the traditional lands of the Kokatha people. Carrapateena combines cutting‑edge mining methods with a strong focus on safety, innovation and performance.

With an expected mine life of more than 20 years and ongoing investment to expand production, including the transition to large‑scale block cave mining, Carrapateena offers the opportunity to build a long‑term career in a future‑focused operation.

Designed with automation, digital systems and efficiency at its core, the site provides exposure to advanced underground mining and evolving technologies, supporting safer, smarter and more connected ways of working

About the Role Reporting to the Manager Technical Services, you will lead a team supporting the integrity, safety, and geotechnical risks at BHP’s Carrapateena operation.

The Geotechnical team is responsible for supporting safe production of the deepening SLC whilst developing a brand-new block cave (and associated infrastructure).

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a challenging leadership role at an operating caving mine, that is also in the process of expanding to block caving.

Through insight and innovation, you will identify and implement improvement initiatives that enable functional excellence and support business priorities for continuous improvement. It is essential you can develop and maintain effective working relationships with the operations teams, project teams,



and other departments.

This position is based at Carrapateena on a 4 days on / 3 days off FIFO roster from Adelaide.

In this role you will:

Oversee geotechnical risks, and make further development in material risk framework as we transition from SLC to BC

Lead and develop a team of Geotechnical professionals focused on planning and governance of SLC and associated activities along with readiness activities for the block cave

Be first and foremost focused on creating a culture of care by being a visible safety leader by engaging, developing and coaching your team whilst ensuring an overriding commitment to health, safety, environment responsibility and sustainability

Build business partnerships and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders internal and external to the business

Positively shape culture in alignment with the BHP Charter Values

Identify, build and develop team capability through ongoing and regular coaching and development

Build effective relationships across departments to support the delivery of improved production

Encourage and promote continuous improvement by constantly looking for opportunities to improve work practices and procedures

About You

Geotechnical Engineering and leadership experience in an underground metalliferous mine

Cave mining experience preferred

Undergraduate qualifications in either Geotechnical Engineering, Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering or Earth Sciences (Geology, Geophysics)

Implementation of geotechnical processes and systems

QAQC of ground support systems

Geotechnical mapping, monitoring systems, ground support calculations / designs and stability analysesEstablishing and/or maintaining aspects of a geotechnical management system

Collection & interpretation of geotechnical observations and geological data (structure)

Experience using mininggeotechnical software (Deswik, MxRap, IMS suite, Leapfrog)

Demonstrated experience in the creation and growth of engaging, supportive & inspiring team culture

Experience in the development and delivery of strategic and tactical plans, and management of complex and competing priorities





Leadership experience and engagement of teams that support high quality and engaged delivery

Experience implementing continuous improvement strategies with financial and commercial acumen

The ability to engage and find positive outcomes with internal and external stakeholders

Why You’ll Love Working Here At BHP, you’ll do meaningful work in an environment that supports you to perform at your best; on site and at home. That’s why our benefits are designed to support your health, your growth, and your personal balance:

Grow your career your way, with opportunities to develop and move across BHP

Be rewarded with competitive pay, performance bonuses and our BHP employee share plan

Work in an inclusive team where people support each other every day

Enjoy flexibility and family-friendly options that help you balance work and life

Access wellbeing support, including 24/7 confidential assistance for you and your family

Build your future with benefits like paid parental leave, recognition programs, etc

Life at Carrapateena Our modern on-site village, Tjungu Village, is designed to support comfort, connection and wellbeing, with:

A fully equipped gym with over 25 stations, group fitness classes, and recent wellness facilities including reformer pilates in development

Social and recreational spaces including the Pernatty Pub, mini golf, and a golf simulator

High-quality dining at the Dry Mess, known for its variety and standout meals

Modern, spacious accommodation with in-room entertainment and streaming capabilities

Scenic surroundings and unique site views, including iconic sunrises over the operation

And so much more!

About Our Process At BHP, we are committed to employing individuals who align with the BHP Charter Values and meet the requirements of the role. As part of the recruitment process, there are several checks which may be conducted to demonstrate applicants’ suitability for a role including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right to work checks, and/or reference checks.

We Support a Diverse Workforce At BHP, we believe diversity makes us stronger. We’re committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where everyone is treated fair and can thrive. Our workforce reflects the communities where we operate, and we value all aspects of identity; gender, age, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, neurodiversity, education, and more.

We ensure that our recruitment process is fair, accessible, and equitable. If you have a disability and need adjustments, please contact us at [email protected]

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📌 Superintendent Geotechnical - Carrapateena (Canberra)
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