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

As a Mine Geologist you will be responsible for coordinating all geological activities working, collaboratively with other geoscience teams, technical and operational departments. This challenging role offers a diverse range of exposure across the mining value chain and provides the opportunity to contribute to the vast geological understanding of this giant and world-class polymetallic orebody. In this role you will:

• Log diamond drill core, map underground workings and extract meaningful observations from large datasets to produce sound geological interpretations
• Engage and collaborate with other planning and technical departments in the delivery of development and stope planning
• Actively participate in the output of high-quality geological products in the form of geological and structural interpretations
• Plan underground diamond drilling programs that are safe, efficient and effective in obtaining the right technical information at the right time
• Evaluate, report and provide information relating to grade controls and material reconciliation assist our planning and execution teams operate effectively
• Ensure high standards of documentation and clear communication of relevant geological observations and subsequent interpretation

About You

You will be a self-starter who is highly motivated and able to work autonomously. You will be an effective communicator, tailoring your style do deliver important information at different required levels. You will have a good grasp of thinking and problem solving in 3D space, having a background of software exposure to through the likes of Vulcan, Deswick, Leapfrog or similar. Other attributes include:

• Degree qualified in Geology
• Hard rock geology experience, preferred but not essential, with an understanding of Mine Geology Operations
• Demonstrated ability to make sound geological observations utilising large datasets
• Ability to build rapport and establish productive relationships with a range of stakeholders and internal networks

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 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 encourage applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, colour, sex, national origin, age, religion, people with disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, citizenship, genetic information or other protected status under federal, state or local laws.

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.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, citizenship, genetic information or other protected status under federal, state or local laws.

BHP is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability.