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About BHP
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Come and be a part of this success.
About the Role
The Mine Geology Department of BHP Western Australia Iron Ore is looking for a Senior Geologist to join the Tactical Modelling team.
Reporting to the Superintendent of Tactical Modelling, you will join a committed team responsible for the update and delivery of resource models used to inform the short to medium term mine plans. The position is based in Perth and offers flexible working arrangements between the Perth office and home. The role also includes occasional site visits, typically lasting 1-2 days.
About You
The successful candidate will play a key role in the Tactical Modelling team. To perform well in this role, the candidate should possess the following attributes:
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Comprehensive knowledge and experience in geological modelling and grade control modelling or resource estimation.
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Demonstrated proficiency with industry-standard mining software applications, i.e.. Vulcan and Leapfrog.
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Understands quantitative methods for communicating geological uncertainty, risk, and opportunity
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Experience in iron ore is preferred; however, substantial experience in other commodities will also be regarded favourably.
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Proficient in data assessment with an ability to interpret complex datasets.
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Demonstrates problem-solving skills to resolve tasks efficiently and efficiently.
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A track record of successfully guiding teams through change
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Tertiary qualifications in Geoscience or similar
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.
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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 .