Lead Aerodrome Operations | WA Iron Ore | FIFO 5/2 4/3 Roster
BHP
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
Our Camps and Aviation team are seeking an Aerodrome Operations Lead to join a technically motivated and results-driven team. Working within a core group, this role will supervise Aerodrome Reporting Officer activities to ensure the safe and efficient conduct of Aerodrome Operations at Barimunya Aerodrome in accordance with the BHP Aviation Management Procedure and legislative requirements.
You will also have responsibilities for:
- Assist the Mass Transportation Superintendent in Auditing compliance to internal and external Risk Management Standards, Processes and Procedures.
- Lead Aerodrome Operations for Barimunya Airport.
- Oversight of Aerodrome Inspections and Reporting in accordance with CASA Manual of Standards Part 139 and the BHP WAIO Aerodrome Manual suite of documents
- Set and effectively communicate targets and expectations aligned with BHP Charter values.
- Accept accountability for the performance of their teams by ensuring quality of tasks, services and advice to the Operation and Asset functions.
- Lead the optimal resourcing of the Aerodromes and ensure that the simplification/implementation of systems and processes are core priorities to enable effectiveness and efficiency.
- Lead, coach and mentor employees to deliver on the strategic plan and build a high performing team.
- Cultivate positive relationships, both internally and externally, through effective communication and consultation.
- Positively influence and shape the culture to ensure a safe, productive, quality, sustainable and disciplined approach to work.
- Responsible for the review and implementation of the Aerodrome Manual, including the associated Emergency Response and Safety Management System documentation.
- Liaise with contracted Aviation service providers on day of operations disruptions where and when required
Location
You will be based at our 'Yandi' mine at our Spinifex Village. Yandi is located approximately 170kms north of Newman West Australia. The outstanding facilities at the Spinifex village include; a fully equipped gym, swimming pool, squash, tennis and basketball courts, golf driving range, mini golf, netted cricket pitch, beach volleyball court and recreation room. All rooms at the village have their own ensuite bathroom, television, internet, refrigerator, and air-conditioning.
This role is offered on a 4 days on, 3 days off, 5 days on, 2 days off roster.
About You
We have a strong focus on finding individuals with the right values, leadership and communication skills. Your interpersonal skills will foster collaborative working relationships and your ability to consolidate and analyse information will provide critical thinking and a solution-focused attitude.
You will have access to technology that will enable you to work flexibly, which is key to BHP’s success in addressing the requirements of a diverse workforce. Key ideal requirements include:
- Aerodrome Reporting Officer certification from an accredited training service provider
- Aviation Dangerous goods awareness certificate desirable*
- Previous experience in managing material risk specifically linked to Aviation, Civil Aviation Safety Authority and Basic Aviation Risk Standard (BARS) desirable.
- Aircraft flight line operations experience
- Experience in Aerodrome Management
- Ability to manage conflicting priorities in a dynamic environment
- Demonstrated ability in conducting documentation review and development
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.