Copper Coal Asset Projects (CCAP) provides the expertise to define, integrate and safely deliver a diverse portfolio of projects across the Mine, Surface, Infrastructure and Tailings areas. Along with this, we provide the scale and flexibility to support Minerals Australia and provide opportunities for our teams to develop a broad range of experience and capability.

Come and be a part of this success.

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Principal Portfolio & Analysis professional to join our Project Controls and Analysis (PC&A;) team in support of CCAP.

Reporting to the Lead, Project Controls and Analysis, you will play a key role in delivering portfolio analysis, forecasting, reporting, and planning support across Copper SA and BMA. This role is instrumental in providing forward-looking insights and strategic analysis to support decision-making within CCAP.

In this role, you will have the prospect to lead and contribute to:

- Monthly portfolio reporting, forecasting, and performance analysis.
- Cash prioritisation and budget planning (2-year budget and 5-year outlook) across assets.
- Monitoring and analysis of OPEX and CAPEX portfolio performance.
- Development and implementation of project and portfolio performance metrics.
- Early identification and communication of portfolio risks and variances.




- Coordination and optimisation of portfolio systems (e.g., PlanView).
- Ongoing implementation of the BHP Operating System (BOS) and continuous improvement initiatives.

About You

You are a results-driven skilled with a strong background in project cost control and a deep understanding of how projects operate within a broader business context. You thrive in dynamic environments and are eager to make a meaningful impact.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

- Proven experience in a Project Controls & Analysis (PC&A;) subject matter expert role, ideally within mining or major capital projects
- Strong expertise in project cost control and cost systems.
- A track record of delivering value through effective project controls leadership
- A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business (Finance/Accounting), Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline
- Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and influencing skills.
- A solid understanding of project and portfolio risks, interdependencies, and critical paths.

Location:

The role is based in Brisbane or Adelaide, working Monday to Friday with a 3-2-1 arrangement. Minimum of three days from the office, two days from home, one of those days must be a Monday or Friday.

Applications are open until 10 Nov 2026.

📌 Principal Portfolio & Analysis | Brisbane or Adelaide
🏢 BHP
📍 Brisbane