Specialist Decision Science

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

In this role, you will be responsible for the research and development of innovative mathematical and computer science algorithms, used within a multitude of applications. This role suits someone not afraid of a challenge, with a real enthusiasm for industrial problem solving and an interest in industrial data. We are looking for an experienced applied mathematician with some industrial experience in large scale combinatorial optimisation applications. The hiring manager is also considering candidates with less experience, but with an excellent attitude to learn and grow as a Decision Scientist.

Reporting to the Decision Sciences manager, your key accountabilities will include:

• Working with other team members on the development of complex mathematical and computer science algorithms for research exploration and planning, mine planning, supply chain and low emission technology based initiatives.
• The design and prototype of large-scale optimization algorithms, simulation and/or machine learning, deep learning, based on real-world data.
• With reusability in mind, contribute in the development of software implementations of the mathematical models and algorithms in a modularise, well-documented components.
• Research and development of new technologies which will help to contribute to the next generation of advanced mathematical and computer science models used within the group.
• Leverage the power of visualisation to communicate business insights that in-turn enable better decisions within our users.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will be have a strong background in applied mathematics and excellent scientific computing skills, including creativity in the design and development of efficient algorithms. You will have experience implementing algorithms as computer code using object orientated languages (C#, C++, Java, Python etc), being able to work independently with a problem solvers mind-set.

The successful candidate will also have a degree in a Quantitative field (Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Data Mining, Computer Science, Mathematics, Applied Statistics etc), and have experience working on large scale industrial applications. You should also be the type of individual who gets a real buzz from solving a variety of problems, enjoying the challenge and can adapt to all different kinds of mathematics.

As the preferred candidate, you will have knowledge of parallel programming, supply chain management/network optimisation applications and experience with implementing and tuning meta-heuristic algorithms (Ant Colony, Bee Colony, VNS, genetic algorithms, local search etc). Experience with pattern programming and simulation using any logic also looked on favourably.

Crucially, you will have exposure to agile ways of working and be a strong team player. It is also expected that you will be willing to share ideas and collaborate with other team members within BHP’s wider Applied Mathematics community.  

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 (LINK)

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.

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