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Come and be a part of this success.
About the Role
Newman Operations is part of Western Australian Iron Ore Operations and consists of two mining sites in the Pilbara region of Western Australia, on the traditional lands of the Nyiyaparli people. Comprising of Newman East and Newman West - Newman Operations accounts for about 78 million tonnes in total iron ore production.
The Field Officer is responsible for the effective operation of Autonomous Haulage System (AHS), Fleet Management System (FMS) and the Autonomous Haul Trucks (AHTs) whilst in autonomous mode, to ensure the AHTs can travel throughout the mine plan safely and productively. Field Officers work as part of a team, engaging key stakeholders and providing regular feedback to Production Supervisors, AHS Controllers and Production Operators.
The role will entail the following responsibilities:
Monitoring of the autonomous operations zone for accuracy Managing the dump plans to ensure the AHTs tip in an optimised way Survey, plan and validate the AHS to ensure any infrastructure or hazards have exclusion zones around them Monitor haul road conditions and place speed restrictions as required. Respond to AHTs if they are stopped out of plan, and undertake recovery of AHTs when they are unable to continue on their plan Further optimise the mine plan and haul routes through infield verification.
About You
Your expertise in problem solving & diagnostics, coupled with your ability to communicate and build strong team relationships will make you an ideal candidate to help influence and shape our culture to ensure a safe, productive, sustainable and disciplined approach to work is maintained.
To be successful in this role, you will have the following attributes:
Excellent communication skills, and the ability to build relationships across a range of teams Ability to work autonomously in the field for extended periods of time Digital fluency, such as spatial awareness and ability to use systems and technology Able to multitask between systems and large fleets while balancing multiple priorities Practical application of mining operations process and procedure Experience using data and judgement to inform solutions Performing tasks in an agile way, with a continuous improvement mindset, contributing ideas and generation solutions Haul truck and/or other mining equipment competency Willing to work nightshift as part of the roster. Experience with Minestar Autonomous system highly desirable
What's on offer:
Working with BHP offers many benefits, some of which include;
A family friendly roster is on offer to enable your work to fit with your life. An opportunity to supercharge your career by working on a world class project. Variety of different career paths and opportunities. An inclusive and supportive team culture. Competitive remuneration package. Generous paid parental leave policy, other extended leave entitlements and parent rooms. Plus many other employee discounts with major retailers and insurance providers.
Location
The 7,000 strong community of Newman enjoys well-established town facilities including a newly revitalised town centre with shops and restaurants as well as sporting facilities, swimming pool and Gym’s. Newman is gateway to the Karijini National Park, where you will be in close proximity to spectacular gorges, water courses and stunningly unique landscapes to explore in your free time.
With housing & relocation packages on offer (On a Residential Lifestyle Roster), in addition to substantial utility subsidies it allows you (and perhaps your family) to build roots and experience a relaxed community lifestyle in the heart of the Pilbara. You will enjoy the benefits of returning home every night.
We also offer FIFO opportunities for our Newman Operations on an 8:6/7:7 Roster.
Our Newman Operations are located approximately 5 to 10kms out of Newman, Western Australia which makes it a short trip to / from work!
Living and working in the Pilbara provides a climate that allows a life for outdoor living. With significantly more sunshine, design a lifestyle of your making. Additionally, the team at Newman West are a close-knit supportive team of mining professionals who make going to work a place to enjoy.
A fantastic opportunity to expand your mining career with us at BHP and become part of the community in which you work.
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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.
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Supporting a Diverse Workforce
The size, stability and magnitude of our business not only provides significant opportunity for professional development, but also attractive salary packages with performance-based bonuses and a best-in-class employee share program. 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.
At BHP, we know that we are strengthened by diversity. We are an Equal Opportunity employer that is committed to making BHP a safe and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and be at their best every day. We are focused on creating a workforce that’s more diverse and represents the communities where we work and live. providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and recognise that true diversity includes gender, age, race, disability status, sexual orientation, religion, neurodiversity, education levels, and many more aspects of your identity.
BHP is committed to providing a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all. If you have a disability, we know that it may be helpful for us to adjust our process to make it equitable for your individual situation. If you would like to reach out to someone about your situation and our recruitment process, please email us at inclusion@bhp.com.