Supervisor Production Smelting | Olympic Dam | 7:7
BHP
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
This position is based at Olympic Dam, operating on a 7 day / 7 night rotating 12-hour roster pattern arrangement, with residential, DIDO or FIFO options available.
Reporting to the Superintendent Production Execution - Smelting we currently have an opportunity available for inclusive and supportive leaders to join our team. In this role you will be responsible for the Smelting performance which will include providing a safe working environment, achieving department targets and the leadership and coordination of daily work activities.
In this role you will:
- Be first and foremost focused on creating a culture of care by being a visible safety leader, engaging, developing and coaching your team
- Integrate with Maintenance counterparts to ensure effective, pro-actively planned maintenance to minimise unplanned downtime
- Review work practices to ensure best practice
- Actively manage employee performance
- Promote continuous improvement with the Smelting area
About You
Our successful candidates will:
- Demonstrate the confidence to lead by example, hold yourself and others accountable and coach others in ‘Safety Leadership’
- Ability to effectively communicate across multiple levels and disciplines
- Ability to lead, mentor and coach others
- Experience within Smelting or minerals processing highly desirable
- Have the ability to communicate well with all stakeholders
- Have previous and proven experience as a people leader.
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
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.