BHP is a global resources company operating across more than 90 locations worldwide, with a purpose to improve lives and support a more sustainable future. 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.

About Copper SA Operations At BHP BHP is a global resources company operating across more than 90 locations worldwide, with a purpose to improve lives and support a more sustainable future. 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. We currently have vacancies for qualified and experienced

Mechanical Fitters

across our South Australian copper operations at

Olympic Dam ,

Carrapateena

and

Prominent Hill . Olympic Dam, located adjacent the township of Roxby Downs, is one of the world's largest integrated mining, smelting and processing operations. Carrapateena is a modern underground copper mine known for its innovation and strong focus on operational excellence. Prominent Hill is a well-established copper-gold operation recognised for its strong safety culture and high-performance teams. Across all three sites, Mechanical Fitters have the opportunity to work on diverse fixed plant and mining equipment, contribute to safe and reliable operations, and build a rewarding career within BHP's growing Copper SA portfolio.

The Challenge Ahead Across our Copper SA operations, Mechanical Fitters play a critical role in maintaining safe,



reliable and efficient plant performance. Working within high-performing maintenance teams, you'll contribute to the ongoing operation of world-class mining and processing facilities while helping us deliver the copper essential to the global energy transition. Opportunities are available across a range of fixed plant maintenance environments, supporting both planned and breakdown maintenance activities, equipment reliability initiatives and continuous improvement projects. Copper SA offers pathways for growth, development and meaningful work.

What You'll Bring To The Role We're looking for safety-focused tradespeople who enjoy solving problems, working collaboratively and contributing to operational excellence.

You’ll Ideally Bring

Recognised Australian Mechanical Fitter trade qualification.

Experience working within mining, minerals processing, heavy industry, manufacturing or comparable industrial environments.

Strong commitment to safety, risk management and safe work practices.

Well-developed fault-finding, troubleshooting and maintenance skills.

Experience maintaining crushers, conveyors, pumps, processing plant equipment, mobile mining equipment or underground infrastructure.

Ability to work effectively within diverse and inclusive teams.

A proactive approach to continuous improvement and equipment reliability.





Flexibility to work rostered shifts and site-based maintenance schedules.

Key Responsibilities

Performing preventative and corrective maintenance on fixed plant equipment and infrastructure.

Conducting inspections, fault diagnosis and repairs to support secure and reliable operations.

Contributing to equipment reliability and continuous improvement initiatives.

Maintaining high standards of safety, housekeeping and compliance.

Collaborating with operations, planning and maintenance teams to achieve operational objectives.

Accurately recording maintenance activities and supporting maintenance planning processes.

Identifying opportunities to improve equipment performance and reduce downtime.

Work Locations Olympic Dam

Week-on, week-off 7/7 rotating day/night roster

Attractive residential allowances and company housing

Residential, DIDO or FIFO from Adelaide

Opportunities across both surface and underground operations

Carrapateena

8/6, 7/7 rotating roster with occasional night shift

FIFO available from Adelaide or Port Augusta

Opportunities across both surface and underground operations

Prominent Hill

8/6, 7/7 rotating roster with occasional night shift

FIFO available from Adelaide or Port Augusta

Opportunities across both surface and underground operations

Why You'll Love Working Here

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

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

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

Enjoy flexibility

📌 Qualified Mechanical Fitters | Copper SA Operations (Adelaide)
🏢 BHP
📍 Adelaide