Mine Services Engineer - Olympic Dam - 8/6

About Copper SA Operations at BHP

BHP is a global resources company operating across more than 90 locations worldwide. 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.

About the Role

In this role, you will report to the Lead Mine Services Engineer, helping translate short-term mine plans into safe, achievable, and efficient operational outcomes. Leveraging your mining operational experience and engineering expertise, you will work closely with underground crews and cross-functional teams to optimise mine performance, identify risks and improvement opportunities, and support the delivery of continuous improvement initiatives.

Key deliverables:

• Maintain and support a strong safety culture through field leadership, hazard identification, participation in investigations and compliance reviews.
• Liaise with underground crews to ensure that new ideas are developed and practically implemented and build cross-team relationships;
• Compile reports & provide expertise to other teams in analysis of mine services performance indicators and metrics;
• Support the ramp-up, optimisation, and troubleshooting of the Paste Reticulation System to achieve safe and reliable operations.
• Engage with Backfill, Vent, G&TS, Development, Scheduling and Maintenance teams for modifications needed to plant and equipment, and with Technology teams to explore new capabilities.

Location: Olympic Dam, South Australia

Roster: 8 days on, 6 days off; FIFO from Adelaide or Residential in Roxby Downs

About You

• Tertiary qualification in Mining and Civil Engineering is ideal, Mechanical engineering would be considered
• Advanced proficiency in Excel
• Project management experience is highly regarded
• Experience in underground mining and paste operations is highly regarded.
• Ability to interact successfully with multiple internal stakeholders
• Strong time management and problem-solving skills are essential
• Experience with mining software packages such as Deswik is highly regarded
• Power BI development skill is highly regarded
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement capability, with the ability to influence across execution, technical and operational teams

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 

How to Apply

Please apply before 4 October 2026

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.  

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.