Specialist Analyst, Copper SA - Adelaide

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 the Role

This is an exceptional opportunity to bring your analytical skills and contribute to the success of BHP Copper South Australia. You’ll work closely with experts across mining, processing, infrastructure, and closure.

We are seeking a highly motivated person to be a Specialist Analyst in the Strategic Planning & Study team, reporting to the Superintendent Study Integration. In this role you will contribute to cost modelling and analysis supporting strategic decisions across the Copper South Australia Life of Asset (LoA) plan, reserve reporting and studies.

To succeed, you’ll need to be comfortable working across diverse teams, have excellent analytical skills, and a thorough understanding of economic evaluation models. You’ll need to have a curious mind that looks to solve issues at the root cause.

This role is based in Adelaide, Monday-Friday with flexibility.

Key responsibilities will include the following:

• Undertake rigorous analysis to ensure consistent evaluation across the Copper SA asset.
• Build and refine complex cost and economic modelsthat inform strategic decision making.
• Audit and review models and implement recommendations as part of continuous improvement.
• Conduct sensitivity and scenario analysis to identify key value drivers and trade-offs.
• Collaborate across diverse teams—mining, processing, infrastructure, finance — to integrate and test inputs.
• Translate technical and economic insights into clear narratives for senior leadership.
• Prepare dashboards, reports, and presentations that support high-level decision-making.
• Support and guide technical teams in identifying and framing potential value optimization activities.

About You

• Degree qualified in Finance, Business, Accounting, or Engineering.
• Proven experience in modelling, technical and economic evaluation and analysis in a commercial project context.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with cost modelling and scenario analysis.
• Ability to connect the dots across technical domains and thrive in ambiguity.
• Exceptional communication skills—both written and verbal—to articulate complex insights clearly.

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. 

How to Apply

Please apply before 18 August 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