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Senior Production Engineer Underground Mining - Olympic Dam 8/6

BHP - Coober Pedy, SA

Mining, Oil & Gas

Source: uWorkin Working across our extensive underground operation, you will provide specialist advice and execute analysis and benchmarking of Underground Production's end-to-end performance. You will identify and implement a portfolio of improvement initiatives that enable excellence and support business priorities for continuous improvement.

This is an exceptional opportunity to continue your career as a Mining professional and utilsie your expertise to provide mentorship and coaching to the broader team.

This position is based at Olympic Dam, operating on an 8/6 roster, with residential or FIFO options available. BHP can provide support relocation to Adelaide or Roxby Downs.

Core Responsibilities Are

Liaise with underground crews to ensure that new ideas are developed and practically implemented and build cross-team relationships;Compile reports & provide expertise to other teams in analysis of production performance indicators and metrics;Analyse and determine equipment capability assumptions;Identify functional capability gaps and recommend improvement opportunities to department leadership;Prepare inputs to form the production budget and produce operating standards, procedures and work instructions;Provide feedback to the Planning & Technical teams to improve future execution plans, designs, schedules and forecasts;Engage with Reliability teams for modifications needed to plant and equipment, and with Technology teams to explore recent capabilities; andGuide development of junior team members technically and via operational coaching opportunities during time in the field.

About The Employer 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 opportunity to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and help shape the future of one of Australia's leading copper businesses.

About Olympic Dam Olympic Dam is Australia's largest world-class underground mining operations, featuring a highly advanced on-site metallurgical processing plant in South Australia. It offers the opportunity to build a long-term career in a dynamic and future-focused environment.

As part of BHP, you'll work at a large and complex site that produces copper, uranium, gold and silver, using modern technology and innovative practices.

Located approximately 560km north of Adelaide on the traditional lands of the Kokatha,



Arabana and Barngarla people, Olympic Dam is a cornerstone asset within BHP's Minerals Australia portfolio, known for its scale, innovation, and strong focus on safety and performance.

With ongoing investment, including over A$840 million in near-term growth capital, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career, develop future-ready skills, and contribute to meeting the world's increasing demand for copper and a more sustainable future., At BHP, we believe diversity makes us stronger. We're committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where everyone is treated fairly 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.

About The Candidate You will consistently follow the standards and procedures designed to enable you to work safely and effectively every day, with a proven commitment to the wellbeing of those around you, demonstrating confidence to speak up when others put themselves in harm's way;You will be degree-qualified Mining Engineer (or a closely related field), and operational mining experience is essential, with underground experience preferred;Additional tertiary/technical qualifications in a relevant field are preferable (e.g. finance);You will have thorough understanding of the underground production cycle, including stope drilling and blasting, truck loading and haulage, and raise drilling;Your previous experience in project management, and implementing improvement initiatives will be highly regarded;Ability to self-manage your workload and determine priorities for yourself and others under your guidance; andPrevious experience in a leadership capacity will be highly regarded

Work Workplace Benefits 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 BHPBe rewarded with competitive pay, performance bonuses and our BHP employee share planWork in an inclusive team where people support each other every dayEnjoy flexibility and family-friendly options that help you balance work and lifeAccess wellbeing support,



including 24/7 confidential assistance for you and your familyBuild your future with benefits like paid parental leave, recognition programs, etc.

Life at Olympic Dam

Life On Site Is Designed To Help You Switch On For Work And Switch Off When It Matters, With a Modern On-site Village That Supports Comfort, Connection, And Wellbeing

Vibrant village lifestyle with a modern tavern, golf simulators and regular social events that make it easy to connect and build communityStrong focus on wellbeing, with a fully equipped gym, outdoor courts, plus yoga, Pilates and personal trainers on siteGreat food experience, including varied menus and themed dining nights that bring people togetherEasy access to everyday essentials, with daily bus services to local township of Roxby Downs for shopping, healthcare and moreOngoing investment in facilities, creating a comfortable, safe and constantly improving place to live while you grow your career

Opportunity Type BHP

Coober Pedy, SA

Mining, Oil & Gas

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