Description:
About BHP
At BHP we support our people to grow, learn, develop their skills and reach their potential. With a global portfolio of operations, we offer a diverse and inclusive environment with extraordinary career opportunities. Our strategy is to focus on creating a safe work environment where our employees feel strongly connected to our values and objectives, and where the capability of our people is key to our success.
Come and be a part of this success.
About the Role
Working with an exceptional team, based both at our Prominent Hill mine site and the Adelaide offices, this role offers a unique opportunity to develop and expand your experience in Remote Mine Operations Centres. Our state-of-the-art control rooms, both onsite and remote, are the heartbeat of our operations. We are seeking talented individuals to take on the dual role of Control Room Operator and System Administrator in a part-time capacity, contributing to the seamless and efficient functioning of our operations. This position provides a rare chance to be at the forefront of cutting-edge mining technology and operations, making a significant impact on our success and safety.
This role is based in BHP’s Export Park Office at Adelaide Airport and will be offered on a part-time basis (2 or 3 days per week)
The operational aspect of this role involves remotely managing a dedicated voice radio channel, which handles the underground signs hazard register, remote adjustment of the ventilation system, monitoring machine usage, and tracking statuses throughout the shift. You will also be responsible for monitoring other critical systems and processes to ensure we safely meet our daily targets.
Success in this role will depend on your ability to communicate effectively and engage with operators, team members, and site leaders whilst working remotely from Export Park in Adelaide. Additionally, the administrative responsibilities will require you to keep our fleet management systems up to date by accurately entering new locations and personnel into the system, validating, and reporting critical shift data.
Control Room Operations:
- Monitor and manage real-time data and system alerts.
- Manage the underground signs hazard register.
- Coordinate with field teams to ensure timely response to incidents.
- Maintain detailed logs and reports of control room activities.
- Implement and follow standard operating procedures to ensure safety and efficiency.
System Administration:
- Oversee the administration of our fleet management systems
- Perform regular validation checks to ensure data integrity.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues promptly.
- Develop and implement system policies and procedures.
About You
- Previous experience in a mine control room or comparable environment is advantageous
- Demonstrated experience and understanding of underground mining environments and the regulations and safety protocols of this setting
- Highly developed level of computer literacy skills with Microsoft Office suite.
- Demonstrated experience in fostering strong safety culture based on open and transparent communication with all operational stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to be self-directed and to work autonomously to achieve individual, team and organisational goals
- Well-developed oral and written communication skills, coupled with excellent attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to make timely decisions and work calmly in a high-pressure environment
How to Apply
Please apply before 6 April 2025
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 a number of 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.
If you are already employed directly by BHP, please log in using your BHP email address or apply via our internal jobs portal.
Supporting a Diverse Workforce
The size, stability and magnitude of our business not only provides significant opportunity for professional development, but also attractive salary packages with performance-based bonuses and a best-in-class employee share program. We know there are many aspects of our employees' lives that are important, and work is only one of these, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits include flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, other extended leave entitlements and parent rooms.
At BHP, we know that we are strengthened by diversity. We are an Equal Opportunity employer that is committed to making BHP a safe and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and be at their best every day. We are focused on creating a workforce that’s more diverse and represents the communities where we work and live. providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and recognise that true diversity includes gender, age, race, disability status, sexual orientation, religion, neurodiversity, education levels, and many more aspects of your identity.
BHP is committed to providing a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all. If you have a disability, we know that it may be helpful for us to adjust our process to make it equitable for your individual situation. If you would like to reach out to someone about your situation and our recruitment process, please email us at inclusion@bhp.com .