Inspector Track | Port Hedland WA | Residential or FIFO | 8 & 6 Roster

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

This is a residential or FIFO opportunity based at our Port Hedland depot and is being offered on a 8 days on & 6 days off roster.  

Reporting to the Track Inspector Supervisor you will ensure that Maintenance activities are in compliance and consistent with the BHP Track Code of Practice. You will also Inspect/Audit the performance of infrastructure and maintenance outcomes to quality and professional/technical standards. A main component of this role would be to Determine track condition as per the Code of Practice and apply suitable speed restriction. This position will also provide technical advice to support Track Execution personnel and upskill track teams.

You will have collaborative leadership skills and have the ability to positively influence our safety culture.  Your ability to lead by example, be proactive and prioritise Field Leadership activities will be critical to your success.

About You

As our successful candidate, you will have the following skills and experience, as follows:

•    Have a genuine commitment to safety •    Current full West Australian “C” class motor vehicle license or current equivalent Australian State motor vehicle license, in accordance with IO.HR.017 Light Vehicle Use Policy and Guidelines. •    Track Inspection Certification and competency •    Non-destructive testing, is preferred   •    Certificate 3 Rail Infrastructure    •    Hi Rail (LV) competency, is preferred •    Welder ( Flashbutt/ Aluminothermic ) or demonstrated knowledge of welding process, as desirable •    Solid leadership and previous people management skills •    Computer literacy in Microsoft office suite and computerized maintenance management systems •    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a strong focus on employee engagement •    Demonstrated ability to plan work, allocate resources and monitor progress  •    Attention to detail and complex problem solving ability •    Ability to make the right choice under pressure and during conflict  

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. 

To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our people, BHP requires employees in Australia to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 in line with BHP’s Covid Policy and any relevant State health directives. If you are applying for a role at BHP please consider this requirement when submitting your application. BHP will also adhere to any relevant health directives that may be made that affects our workforce.

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. #LI