Mine Production Drill & Blast Supervisor | Olympic Dam
BHP Roxby Downs, South Australia, Australia
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Mine Production Drill & Blast Supervisor | Olympic Dam
BHP Roxby Downs, South Australia, Australia
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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 focuses on creating a safe work environment where our employees feel connected to our values and objectives, and where their capability is key to our success.
About The Role
Reporting to the Superintendent Drill & Blast and Road Maintenance, as a Drill and Blast Supervisor, your main accountability will be to lead a team conducting production drilling, stope prepping, and blasting activities, overseeing underground magazine operations. You will also focus on fostering a culture of care by being a visible safety leader, engaging, developing, and coaching your team, while ensuring a strong commitment to health, safety, environment, and sustainable production.
You Will Also
* Build effective relationships across mine departments to support improved production
* Shape culture in alignment with BHP Charter Values
* Promote continuous improvement in work practices and procedures
* Manage a diverse team in a drill & blast environment
* Work within a team to meet shift drill targets and blast plans
* Report events and hazards accurately and promptly
* Lead process improvement initiatives
* Conduct performance, development, and disciplinary conversations
* Develop team capability through coaching, development, and succession planning
About You
You should have a desire to shape culture, lead a team, and improve business processes. Your background in similar roles will prepare you well. Strong communication and relationship skills are essential. Safety focus must be part of your daily practice. Additional skills and experience include:
* Previous supervisory experience
* Underground mining experience, preferably with drill and blast practices
* Current SA Blasters Licence or ability to obtain one, including police clearance
* Ability to influence and mentor others in HSE principles
* Ability to operate across disciplines and levels
About Our Process
We are committed to fair, equitable, and accessible recruitment. Checks may include background, medical, drug/alcohol, due diligence, right to work, and references. Internal applicants should use their BHP email or internal portal.
Supporting a Diverse Workforce
We offer professional development, attractive salary packages, performance bonuses, and employee share programs. Benefits include flexible work options, parental leave, extended leave, and parent rooms. We value diversity and are an Equal Opportunity employer, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. For accommodations during the recruitment process, contact inclusion@bhp.com.
Additional Details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Management and Manufacturing
* Industry: Mining
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