Processing Technician

About Copper SA Operations at BHP
 
BHP is a global resources company operating across more than 90 locations worldwide. Through Copper South Australia (Copper SA), we are building a leading copper portfolio that supports the global energy transition, supplying materials essential for renewable energy, electric vehicles and digital infrastructure.  

For you, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and help shape the future of one of Australia's leading copper businesses. 

About Prominent Hill

Prominent Hill is a well-established copper‑gold operation within BHP’s Minerals Australia portfolio, with a strong future and ongoing investment. 

Located 650km north‑west of Adelaide, the site operates across underground and surface mining and is located on the traditional lands of the Antakirinja Matu-Yankunytjatjara people. Prominent Hill produces one of the highest grades of copper concentrate in the world. 

A major shaft project is supporting underground expansion and extending mine life to at least 2040, creating long-term opportunities across the operation. 

It’s a technically complex site where you can build your skills, take on new challenges, and be part of a team where safety and looking out for each other matters.  new challenges, and be part of a team where safety and looking out for each other matters.

About the Role

As an experienced Processing Technician, you will be familiar with general plant operations which include crushing, grinding, flotation, filtering, Paste plant operations and support activities including tails dam operation and surface fleet operation.

With your highly developed Processing Technician skill set you will be able to safely follow detailed procedures and instructions to undertake isolation activities, to enable safe access to plant and equipment for maintenance purpose across our Prominent Hill Operations.

Location: Prominent Hill, South Australia (60-minute flight from Adelaide / 30-minute flight from Port Augusta)

Roster:  8 days on; 6 days off then 7 days on 7 days off

Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time

In this role you will:

• Foster a strong safety culture based on open and transparent communication with all process plant stakeholders. Including active involvement and engagement in the safety management framework of the shift team, department, and site.
• Support continuous improvement within the operating teams, by active participation in Lean improvement programmes.
• Enable an inclusive environment within the Prominent Hill site, by supporting activities associated with developing a strong team culture.
• Execute plant housekeeping requirements to a high standard to ensure safe daily operation as well as long term asset integrity.
• Develop and maintain competency in operational areas, against the competency-based training and assessment framework outlined in the onboarding process.
• Work with department technical staff to meet or exceed operational targets of throughput, recovery, product quality and cost.
• Interface with other departments on a day-to-day basis to maximise value across the business chain, including the mine, SOC and maintenance teams to the benefit of the total asset rather than the department or the individual.
• Take direction from shift leadership team to undertake activities in a safe and competent manner within the processing facility.
• Develop a high capability in the operating areas of the plant, which comprise crushing, grinding, flotation, filtering and support activities including tails dam operation and surface fleet operation, depending on operational needs.
• Follow detailed procedures and instructions to undertake isolation activities which enable safe access to plant and equipment for maintenance purposes.

About You

• Highly experienced within a minerals processing operations environment. 
• Experienced in paste plant operations desirable
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of crushing and grinding circuits.
• Prior experience in pressure filtration, paste plant, flotation and tails dam operations.
• Experience in building and maintaining effective systems that will deliver the highest levels of safety and performance whilst achieving production targets.
• Strong safety leadership skills to work with and across all teams and areas on site.
• Previous experience and ability to work in a highly effective team
• Must be able to work well in an agile, lean and accountable team committed to achieving the departmental strategic objectives.
• Demonstrated understanding and exposure of relevant legislation and mining regulations including occupational health and safety.
• Highly developed Literacy and Numeracy skills to read and interpret work instructions, detailed operating procedures, and undertake data entry and information logging

To apply for this role, you require the following qualifications, accreditations, and licenses:

• Certificate III in Metalliferous Mining (Highly Desirable)
• Valid Work Safely at Heights, Enter & Work in Confined Spaces, Forklift, Dogging, Boom Type Elevated Working Platform, Excavator, Front End Loader, Skidsteer (Desirable) 
• Drivers’ license (Essential)

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At BHP, you’ll do meaningful work in an environment that supports you to perform at your best; on site and at home. That’s why our benefits are designed to support your health, your growth, and your personal balance:

• Grow your career your way, with opportunities to develop and move across BHP
• Be rewarded with competitive pay, performance bonuses and our BHP employee share plan
• Work in an inclusive team where people support each other every day
• Enjoy flexibility and family-friendly options that help you balance work and life
• Access wellbeing support, including 24/7 confidential assistance for you and your family
• Build your future with benefits like paid parental leave, recognition programs, etc. 

Life at Prominent Hill

Life on site is designed to help you switch on for work and switch off when it matters, with a modern on‑site village that supports comfort, connection, and wellbeing:

• Your own private, comfortable room to relax and recharge.
• Great facilities including a state-of-the-art gym (open daily from 3am to 9pm, with personal training available), sporting areas, and places to unwind.
• A wide range of activities to stay active and social, including basketball, tennis, soccer, mini-golf, and a music room.
• Opportunities to recharge your way, swimming, walking tracks between site and village, bike hire, and quiet spaces.
• Dedicated areas to relax and disconnect, including gaming spaces and wellness options such as meditation or stargazing on the star deck.
• Reliable Wi-Fi to stay connected with family and friends.
• A unique site environment, including sunrises you won’t see anywhere else 

And so much more! 

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 several 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.  

We Support a Diverse Workforce

At BHP, we believe diversity makes us stronger. We’re committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where everyone is treated fairly and can thrive. Our workforce reflects the communities where we operate, and we value all aspects of identity; gender, age, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, neurodiversity, education, and more.  

We ensure that our recruitment process is fair, accessible, and equitable. If you have a disability and need adjustments, please contact us at inclusion@bhp.com.