Light Vehicle & Auxiliary Technician | Eastern Ridge | FIFO 8:6 - Days only

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

Reporting to the Supervisor of Maintenance LV & Auxiliary, you will be responsible for the repairs and maintenance to highway going trucks, light vehicles, generators, dewatering pump units, lighting plans, mobile and classified plant equipment.

You will be based at our ‘Eastern Ridge’ mine site on a fly-in fly-out 8 day on, 6 day off, ***DAYS ONLY*** roster from Perth or Bussleton to Newman. The Eastern Ridge mine is made up of several deposits and contributes to the overall ore production of the Newman Joint Venture hub.  

In this role you will:-

• Provide the highest level of diagnostics, repairs, maintenance/service to a fleet of LV’s, Lighting Plans, EWP;s, Forklifts, Trucks, (Scania/Fuso’s) and other critical equipment within the Auxiliary department to ensure the efficiency of operations
•  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
• Use of computerized maintenance systems (SAP) including time confirmations, raising notifications and closing work orders
• Assist the Maintenance Supervisor with the rescheduling of work, organising and coordinating resources, scope of work and determining priorities when required

About You

As the successful candidate you will possess the following:

• C Class Drivers Licence (HR Desirable)
• High Risk License Working at Heights, HR, CV, Dogging, Rigging, Fork Lift, Air Con Ticket preferred
• Extensive experience diagnosing, maintaining and repair/servicing a broad range of machinery/equipment of direct relevance
• Willingness to learn
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well within a close-knit team to achieve outcomes

BHP WA Iron Ore is one of the world's leading suppliers of iron ore. The Company's operations currently involve an integrated system of seven inland mines, more than 1,000 kilometres of rail and two separate port facilities; Nelson Point and Finucane Island at Port Hedland.

Come and be part of the success…

What is on offer?

• Flights from Bussleton or Perth to Newman
• Permanent – Full-time positions 
• Variety of different career paths and opportunities
• Safety first culture with a team that focusses on your development and your personal satisfaction in the role
• Opportunities for self development and career development supported by the business
• Excellent workshop facilities
• An understanding and appreciation for you and your family - Flexible working conditions
• Generous paid parental leave policy, other extended leave entitlements and parent rooms
• A broad range of discounts through our employee benefits package
• Annual bonus scheme
• Generous share match scheme
• Ongoing support for you and your family through our Employee Assistant Program

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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.  

BHP also requires employees in Australia to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our people (from the 31st of January 2022 or earlier depending on relevant state health directives). If you are applying for a role at BHP please consider this new requirement when submitting your application. BHP will also adhere to any relevant health directives that may be made that affects our workforce. For further information please see our website.   

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 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 encourage applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, colour, sex, national origin, age, religion, people with disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, citizenship, genetic information or other protected status under federal, state or local laws.