Emergency Services Officer | Olympic Dam | 7/7 rotating roster

About Copper SA Operations at BHP

BHP is a global resources company operating across more than 90 locations worldwide, with a purpose to improve lives and support a more sustainable future.

Through Copper South Australia (Copper SA), we are building a leading copper portfolio that supports the global energy transition, supplying materials essential for renewable energy, electric vehicles and digital infrastructure.

For you, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and help shape the future of one of Australia's leading copper businesses.

About Olympic Dam

Olympic Dam is Australia’s largest world-class underground mining operations, featuring a highly advanced on-site metallurgical processing plant in South Australia. It offers the opportunity to build a long-term career in a dynamic and future-focused environment.

As part of BHP, you’ll work at a large and complex site that produces copper, uranium, gold and silver, using modern technology and innovative practices.

Located approximately 560km north of Adelaide on the traditional lands of the Kokatha, Arabana and Barngarla people, Olympic Dam is a cornerstone asset within BHP’s Minerals Australia portfolio, known for its scale, innovation, and strong focus on safety and performance.

With ongoing investment, including over A$840 million in near-term growth capital, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, develop future-ready skills, and contribute to meeting the world’s increasing demand for copper and a more sustainable future.

We currently have vacancies for Emergency Services Officers, reporting to the Emergency Services Supervisor.

The Challenge Ahead

We are seeking two motivated and experienced Emergency Services Officers to join the Olympic Dam Emergency Services team.

Available opportunities include:

• 1 x Full Time Permanent position
• 1 x Fixed Term position from December 2026 to December 2027

This role is ideal for an emergency response professional looking to further develop their skills within a highly respected emergency services team. Olympic Dam Emergency Services responds to a broad range of incidents across both surface and underground operations, including fire, rescue, hazardous materials incidents and medical emergencies.

As an Emergency Services Officer, you will play a critical role in protecting the health, safety and wellbeing of our workforce while supporting one of Australia's largest and most complex mining operations. Working alongside highly skilled colleagues, you will contribute to emergency preparedness, response capability, workforce safety and continuous improvement initiatives across site.

You will also have the opportunity to support a significant operational milestone, contributing to emergency readiness and workforce health and safety activities associated with the site's planned major shutdown in June 2027.

What You'll Bring to the Role

You are an adaptable and safety-focused emergency response professional who thrives in dynamic environments and remains calm under pressure. You are committed to continuous learning, operational excellence and supporting positive safety outcomes for others.

To be successful, you will bring:

• Certificate III in Emergency Response and Rescue (or equivalent)
• Certificate IV in Health Care (or equivalent or higher qualification)
• Current HR Driver's Licence
• Current C Class Driver's Licence

The following qualifications and experience will be highly regarded:

• AHPRA Registration as a Paramedic or Registered Nurse
• Experience working within an underground mining environment
• Drug and Alcohol Testing qualifications
• Experience in emergency services, firefighting, rescue, industrial healthcare or emergency response environments
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships across diverse teams

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Respond to a wide range of emergency incidents including underground and surface rescue, fire, HAZMAT and medical emergencies
• Deliver and participate in practical training exercises, emergency simulations and capability development activities for onsite emergency response volunteers
• Maintain emergency response readiness through equipment inspections, testing, maintenance and competency-based training
• Support workplace safety through inspections, field observations and verification of critical controls
• Contribute to workforce health and safety initiatives that strengthen emergency preparedness and operational resilience
• Continue building your technical capability through ongoing training, development and professional qualification pathways
• Promote a proactive safety culture and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the operation

Work Location

This position is based at Olympic Dam, South Australia, operating on a FIFO ex Adelaide or DIDO basis.

You will work a lifestyle-friendly roster of: 7 days on / 7 days off / 7 nights on / 7 days off

This roster provides extended periods of time away from site while offering the opportunity to work within a highly capable emergency services team at a world-class underground mining operation.

Why You'll Love Working Here

At BHP, you’ll do meaningful work in an environment that supports you to perform at your best; on site and at home. That’s why our benefits are designed to support your health, your growth, and your personal balance:

• Grow your career your way, with opportunities to develop and move across BHP
• Be rewarded with competitive pay, performance bonuses and our BHP employee share plan
• Work in an inclusive team where people support each other every day
• Enjoy flexibility and family-friendly options that help you balance work and life
• Access wellbeing support, including 24/7 confidential assistance for you and your family
• Build your future with benefits like paid parental leave, recognition programs, etc.

Life at Olympic Dam

• Life on site is designed to help you switch on for work and switch off when it matters, with a modern on-site village that supports comfort, connection, and wellbeing:
• Vibrant village lifestyle with a modern tavern, golf simulators and regular social events that make it easy to connect and build community
• Strong focus on wellbeing, with a fully equipped gym, outdoor courts, plus yoga, Pilates and personal trainers on site
• Great food experience, including varied menus and themed dining nights that bring people together
• Easy access to everyday essentials, with daily bus services to local township of Roxby Downs for shopping, healthcare and more
• Ongoing investment in facilities, creating a comfortable, safe and constantly improving place to live while you grow your career

And so much more!

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 several 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.

Applications close 5:00pm Friday 9 October 2026.

We Support a Diverse Workforce

At BHP, we believe diversity makes us stronger. We’re committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where everyone is treated fairly and can thrive. Our workforce reflects the communities where we operate, and we value all aspects of identity; gender, age, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, neurodiversity, education, and more.

We ensure that our recruitment process is fair, accessible, and equitable. If you have a disability and need adjustments, please contact us at inclusion@bhp.com.