Principal Planning and Infrastructure Engineer - AdelaideJoin to apply for the Principal Planning and Infrastructure Engineer - Adelaide role at BHPAbout BHPAt 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 the capability of our people is key to our success.About Copper SABHP’s copper province in South Australia (Copper SA) includes Olympic Dam, Prominent Hill, and Carrapateena underground mines, with a smelter and refinery complex at Olympic Dam. The company is also progressing the Oak Dam exploration prospect. Join Copper SA, a safe, reliable, globally competitive business delivered by our people. We prioritize safety, leadership, and continuous improvement.About The RoleReporting to the Superintendent Planning and Infrastructure, this role covers strategic and technical mine planning for our Copper SA Underground Mines over a 2-8 year horizon. You will guide diverse stakeholders on mine infrastructure and planning, including standards management. Infrastructure areas include ventilation, air, power, water, paste fill, and their safety, production, and cost impacts.Your industry experience will enable you to build effective relationships and communicate across all organizational levels.This position is based in Adelaide, on a 5:2 roster, with occasional site travel to mine sites. Flexible work arrangements are available.ResponsibilitiesModel infrastructure demand over the 5-year mine plan to determine project requirements.Justify capital expenditure and optimize efficiencies.Educate and coach personnel on mine services systems.Support the integration and optimization of Copper SA operations.Participate in 5YP/LoA planning with a focus on safety, schedule, reliability, and costs.Contribute to long-term planning and continuous improvement initiatives.Introduce new technologies to enhance safety and productivity.Provide technical support for planning projects and reviews.Develop scopes of work for external stakeholders.Manage projects supporting studies.Coordinate stakeholders for integrated mine planning.Integrate planning software to support operations.Uphold commitments to health, safety, environmental responsibility, and sustainability.Qualifications and ExperienceMining Engineering degree or equivalent.Extensive underground mine planning and operations experience.Experience in mine or project scheduling (highly desirable).Proficiency in ventilation and design software (VentSim, Deswik, MS Office).Ability to interpret data, identify issues, and develop validation processes.Develop infrastructure strategies, identify risks, and implement mitigation.Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.Experience with Lean Six Sigma and Theory of Constraints (advantageous).Experience delivering studies to operations readiness (advantageous).CuSA experience (advantageous).Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability.How to ApplyPlease apply before 18 June 2025. Our recruitment process includes various checks to ensure suitability, such as background, medical, and reference checks.If employed by BHP, please apply via internal portals. We support a diverse workforce and are committed to inclusivity. For accommodations, contact inclusion@bhp.com.Additional InformationLevel: Mid-SeniorType: Full-timeIndustry: MiningLocation: Adelaide, South Australia
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