Delivery Manager - Underground Construction

About BHP 

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Come and be a part of this success.

Copper SA Major Projects | Adelaide-based (transitioning to site during Execution) Projects: Mine Concentrator Growth (MCG) and Carrapateena Expansion 

About the Role 

Copper is essential for a decarbonising world, and BHP’s Copper South Australia Province is at the forefront of delivering the resources that enable global electrification and growth. We are seeking two experienced Delivery Managers – Underground Construction to join our Major Projects team. These roles will lead the safe and efficient delivery of underground construction for large and complex mining projects, initially based in Adelaide with site visits, and transitioning to site-based during project execution. 

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will provide leadership and oversight of construction strategies, standards and integration across the lifecycle of our projects. You will manage EPCM and operational interfaces, ensure alignment with BHP’s frameworks, and drive disciplined execution to deliver world-class underground mining infrastructure. 

Technical Requirements 

• Proven experience in underground construction delivery for large-scale mining projects ensuring systems. processes and plans minimise waste and preserve project value. 
• Own and develop the project delivery and execution strategies and plans. Work with EPCM through development & delivery phases, collaborating with functions to ensure a smooth transition to Execution Phase and Operations 
• Demonstrated capability in managing the interface between the underground construction workforce and the operational mining workforce 
• Strong understanding in EPCM interface management and contractor performance oversight 
• Proficiency in project planning, scheduling, and risk management for complex underground works, ensuring tie-ins, testing, start-up and ramp-up activities are planned and executed to minimise Operational impacts. 
• Strong leadership across a large multi-discipline construction relating to Health, Safety and Security (HSS), Environment, Employee Relations (ER), Community and project risks. 
• Application of best-practice underground mine materials handling and mine infrastructure construction methodologies 
• Collaborates with EPCM to ensure resource availability & capability are deployed to deliver the Project objectives 
• Proactive stakeholder management (internal and external), ensuring timely communication, voice of the customer and organisational capabilities are integrated throughout execution.  
• Strong skillset in driving a culture of continuous improvement  

About You 

As a successful candidate, you bring deep experience in underground brownfield construction delivery for large-scale mining projects, ideally with exposure to underground crushing and conveying systems and EPCM contract management. Your ability to integrate complex workstreams, manage risk, and build effective relationships with key stakeholders will be critical to success. You are passionate about safety, operational excellence, and building high-performing teams. A strategic and analytical thinker that demonstrates business acumen, with the ability to focus and prioritise critical deliverables to provide timely insights to stakeholders. 

What We Offer 

• Opportunity to shape the future of copper production in South Australia 
• Work on globally significant projects that support the energy transition 
• Inclusive, collaborative team culture with a focus on development and growth 
• Competitive remuneration and benefits 

Location and Roster 

This role will initially be based in Adelaide throughout the Development phase on a 5/2 roster, with transition to site full time (site roster) as the execution works ramp-up. 

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.

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