WAIO | 2023 FIFO Apprentice Program | 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. 

Why not you? Why not now? Come and be a part of this success. Click here to learn more.

About the Role 

We are seeking motivated and passionate 1st year applications for our 2023 Apprenticeship Program across BHP WAIO.  We are offering a number of FIFO positions available in Jimblebar, Area C, Newman, Port Hedland, Yandi and South Flank commencing in February 2023. 

In undertaking this 4 year Apprenticeship you can expect hands on industry-lead training and mentoring by BHP’s talented workforce, first-rate working conditions, and a globally recognised qualification in your chosen trade on successful completion.  

Embracing inclusion and diversity to create a vibrant culture that represents the communities in which we live, BHP is focused on high performance, safety, team work, strong Indigenous participation and gender balance. 

Nationally Accredited trades Certificates being offered may include: 

• Electrical (Certificate III in Electro Technology Electrician) 

• Plumbing (Certificate III in Plumbing) 

• Refrigeration Mechanic (Certificate III in Air-conditioning and Refrigeration) 

• Communication Technician (Certificate III Electronics and Communication)

What we can offer you? 

• Hands on training with an Industry Leader 

• Nationally accredited trade certificate in your chosen field 

• Skills & experience to gain a career in any trade industry 

• Working as part of a collaborative & supportive environment 

• Competitive remuneration package and employee benefits 

• First-rate working conditions and development opportunities 

About You 

These opportunities are available for enthusiastic and motivated individuals wanting to obtain a trade and embark on a career within the mining sector!  

We are eager to engage with people who have a genuine interest their chosen trade and come from a diverse range of backgrounds. We are looking for adaptable, positive people that are open to exploring the world of mining whilst learning something they have a demonstrated passion for. 

The ideal candidate we are seeking will: 

• Demonstrated interest in their chosen trade through work experience and / or hobbies and interests. 

• An overriding commitment to health, safety, environment responsibility, and sustainable development. 

• A strong desire to learn and develop a range of new skills associated with your chosen trade. 

• Motivation to achieve individual and team goal and objectives with a willingness to actively contribute to attain results. 

• Electrical trades require minimum pass at school in General Mathematics / Maths Standard 1, English, and Physics is desirable. 

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.

Supporting a diverse workforce

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. 

Applications close Sunday 18th September 2023.  Please note late application will not be accepted.