Autonomous Haulage Technicians | Newman Operations | 8:6/7:7 FIFO Perth or Residential

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 BHP Operations Services

BHP Operations Services delivers industry leading mining services across BHP operations Australia-wide with specialist capabilities in load and haul, fixed plant maintenance and mobile maintenance. BHP Operations Services has a strong focus on people capability and culture. Our people are our greatest asset and are at the centre of everything that we do. We focus on high performance safety and productivity through our people. With world-class training that is unmatched in the industry and the opportunity to advance your career across locations and commodities, join the team and make your place in BHP.

About the Role

We are pleased to be seeking several experienced Autonomous Haulage Technicians with demonstrated experience maintaining and diagnosing a fleet of Autonomous Cat 793F Dump Trucks in our Mobile Equipment Maintenance Division (Predominantly Newman Operations - Newman West) to conduct planned and/or breakdown maintenance and repairs, 

Roster or Relocation: These positions offer an 8/6 7/7 rotating day/night roster. - Fifo from Perth.  Alternatively, Ihe Mobile Maintenance division also offers residential positions based in Newman, with option for company housing, reduced rent and significantly reduced water and electricity based on the subsidies available to you.  We can discuss options that may suit you on application.  This is a very popular option for many applications should this lifestyle change suit you.

Our Mobile Equipment Maintenance division, Newman Operations based in Newman West are excited to be adding these brand-new Autonomous Haulage Technician positions to our division and will form part of our high functioning, close knit, talented and diverse team of valued staff ready to welcome you on-board.

The successful trade professionals will work both in the workshop and it in the pit when required alongside workshop and breakdown fitters, both in the workshop and in pit operations providing a great deal of appealing variety to this role.

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor you will:-

• Provide the highest-level of commitment to  the maintenance, calibrations, repairs and breakdowns to a fleet of Caterpillar Autonomous 793F trucks
• Develop and collaborate a strong working partnership with workshop and breakdown fitters of our Mobile Maintenace team both in the workshop & in pit operations
• Showcase your level of expertise and passion for Cat knowledge by performing regular cat autonomy network fault diagnosis, electrical repairs, in pit servicing and assisting fitters
• Enjoy the variety that this role provides you as a diverse and talented trade qualified individual with a passionate for CAT and a strong knowledge of Autonomous Trucks where no two days will be the same
• Contribute to our safety and continuous improvement culture, BHP Operating Systems (BOS), by being pro-active and demonstrating a commitment to high standards of execution within your trade
• Operate mobile equipment within limits of competence, training and experience
• Ensure accurate completion of technical documentation, reports and drawings as required
• Actively contribute to the highly positive working culture and safety-first mentality of Mt Whaleback mine and its people 

About You 

As the successful candidate you will possess the following:

• Australian Recognised Heavy Diesel and/or Auto Electrical Trade Certificate,
• Extensive experience diagnosing, maintaining attending to breakdowns of Cat Machinery, 793F Dump Trucks as preference 
• Caterpillar competencies on 793F Dump Trucks. (Preferred ET, VIM’s or Command training)
• C Class Drivers Licence
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well within a close-knit team to achieve outcomes
• Strong heavy vehicle mechanical maintenance competency, with sound diagnostic abilities  (Cat, Cummins knowledge adv.)
• Intermediate computer skills 
• Ability to work of schematic drawings 
• Command/Terrain Training would be preferred however not essential

We are seeking a talented Autonomous Technician industry professionals who have the passion, knowledge and ability to execute CAT skills in to practise.  This role will allow the successful candidates to work along some truly amazing people from the workshop and pit operations with supportive Managers and peers who are invested in your experience, input and career goals.  We are proud of our culture, prioritising our safety and providing a positive workplace and lifestyle for our people. 

Is it time to make that next step in your career?  BHP offers job security, training, strong reward and recognition practises and attractive monetary benefits for our skilled staff.

Enquire via application to be considered.

Your workplace:

Mt Whaleback Mine (Newman West) is an open-cut pit iron ore mine in the Pilbara region of Western Australia on the traditional lands of the Nyiyaparli people.  The Mt Whaleback mine is part of the Newman processing hub and is located in the Pilbara region of Western Australia, six kilometres west of Newman. At 1.5 kilometres wide and 5 kilometres long, Mt Whaleback is the single-biggest open-pit iron ore mine in the world!

What is on Offer

• Multiple brand new positions created for our team!  We know these roles do not come up often
• Strong positive working culture where we work as a team to achieve develop and grow offering security and long-term career pathways with our wider BHP network within or outside WA.
• Exciting and innovative growth period for our business, meaning to perfect time to join
• Excellent camp facilities and a supportive work-life balance culture and supportive down-to-earth leadership
• Permanent positions with an attractive salary, extensive additional BHP staff monetary benefits, employee recognition monetary reward program and opting into our shares schem
• Additional form annual bonus scheme paid in September of each year
• A genuine focus and care for people that will support you through challenging personal times should you need them
• Ongoing support for you and your family through our Employee Assistant Program

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. 

Supporting a Diverse Workforce  

The size and magnitude of our business not only provides significant opportunity for professional development, but also attractive salary packages with performance-based bonuses and a unique BHP employee share program. 

At BHP, we recognise that we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and we encourage applications from women and Indigenous people. 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.