MINE DESIGN ENGINEER | OLYMPIC DAM | 8:6 DAYS ONLY | FIFO, DIDO or Residential
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 Operations
Join Olympic Dam a safe, reliable, globally competitive business delivered by our people. At Olympic Dam we care that everyone goes home safe to do the things they love. We believe Leadership drives culture and culture drives performance. All incidents are preventable and everyone has a role to play.
One of Australia’s largest mines and a complex minerals processing operation, Olympic Dam, is unique in that we produce Copper, Uranium, Gold and Silver. The local township of Roxby Downs is an active and progressive community offering a variety of modern, well equipped housing, educational, health, sporting, leisure, shopping and cultural facilities. .
Please note this position is based on-site at Olympic Dam on 8:6 roster with FIFO from Adelaide, DIDO from Regional SA, or BIBO from the local town of Roxby Downs. Residential positions can be considered.
The Role
Reporting the Mine Design 2 Superintendent, the Mine Design Engineer provides support and inputs into the Mining Operation to meet the Mine Plan. This role offers a range of challenges associated with generating successful drill and blast plans as well as mine designs within this world-class, complex orebody. You will be responsible for the delivery of safe, executable plans.
In this position you will:-
• Generate timely drill and blast designs to meet the 3 month schedule • Assist with reviewing blast packets and analysing blasts for maximum ore recovery • Conduct field leadership to ensure adherence to standards and identify gaps to process • Communicate and collaborate with other Planning and Execution teams • Assist with planning/designing activities to extract the maximum value from the orebody by working with the other planning, and production teams. • Monitor and maintain progress for all design work, using the relevant team tools. • Assist with the development of all procedures and work instructions as required
About You
• Degree Qualified in Mining Engineering (or equivalent). • Broad understanding of the mining and operating challenges, presenting with prior hands-on mining experience • Ability to quickly and constructively work within the Olympic Dam operations team, with an ability to work productively and co-operatively. • Underground mine experience, preferably with experience in Sub-level Open Stoping methods. • Computer literacy with the latest mining software packages, and highly competent level of Excel. • Proven ability to influence and mentor others in HSEC principles and behaviours • Time management and the ability to plan and execute programs to meet corporate objectives • Adhere to and demonstrate BHP Charter Values • Encourage and promote continuous improvement by constantly looking for opportunities to improve work practices and procedures • Identify and implement opportunities to improve productivity, efficiency and cost effectiveness. • Ensure all safe work systems, procedures and standards are adhered to through frequent inspection of the workplace • Ability to quickly and constructively work within the Olympic Dam operations team & other disciplinary teams at all levels
It really is an exciting time to join the Olympic Dam Asset, with a bright future ahead for us and an outstanding long-term career pathway for you. We offer attractive learning and development pathways for all our employees throughout their career with us and present with a warm welcoming culture where safety is always paramount.
So, why not you and why not now? Apply now to be considered or to hold further discussions.
- APPLICATIONS CLOSE FRIDAY 9 JUNE @ 5PM ADELAIDE TIME -
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.