Mechanical Fitter

About Copper SA Operations at BHP

BHP is a global resources company operating across more than 90 locations worldwide, with a purpose to improve lives and support a more sustainable future.

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 Olympic Dam

Olympic Dam is Australia’s largest world-class underground mining operations, featuring a highly advanced on-site metallurgical processing plant in South Australia. It offers the opportunity to build a long-term career in a dynamic and future-focused environment.

As part of BHP, you'll work at a large and complex site that produces copper, uranium, gold and silver, using modern technology and innovative practices.

Located approximately 560km north of Adelaide on the traditional lands of the Kokatha, Arabana and Barngarla people, Olympic Dam is a cornerstone asset within BHP’s Minerals Australia portfolio, known for its scale, innovation, and strong focus on safety and performance.

With ongoing investment, including over A$840 million in near-term growth capital, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career, develop future-ready skills, and contribute to meeting the world’s increasing demand for copper and a more sustainable future.

We are currently taking applications of interest for experienced Fixed Plant Mechanical Fitters seeking to live Residentially.  You will join our Surface Operations team here at Olympic Dam.

Work & Life – Residential Roxby Downs

Joining the Surface Operations team, you will be considered for positions as Mechanical Fitter within in areas like our Refinery, Concentrator, Smelter, Hydromet and Solvent Extraction area, and Auxiliary.

Living locally in the town of Roxby Downs SA, you will work a week on week off, 7/7 day/night rotational roster, returning home every night to live life your way.

Whether it is raising your children, starting a family in a country community or after work sporting/community activities, for you and those close to you, living residential offers the best of both worlds ensuring you don’t miss those special moments.

Roxby Downs the town is a modern purpose-built mining town approximately 560 kilometres north of Adelaide, offering excellent community facilities, schools, healthcare, retail services extensive sport and recreational amenities and a population of approximately 4000 people.

Residential opportunities offer: -

• Attractive percentage based residential allowance
• Eligibility for company housing
• Reduced living costs through residential benefits
• Close proximity to site with easy commute
• Home every night
• Relocation assistance from Adelaide (to be discussed for certain roles – likely removed)

What You'll Bring to the Role

Australian recognised Mechanical Trade qualification with fixed plant maintenance experience

• Current C Class Driver Licence
• Commitment to safe systems of work and safety leadership
• Previous plant maintenance experience highly regarded
• Experience using 1SAP or similar systems advantageous
• Ability to work across planned and breakdown maintenance activities
• Proactive, team-focused and self-motivated approach

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to health, safety, environment and sustainable development
• Promote safe work practices and maintain a safe working environment
• Undertake preventative maintenance inspections and recommend follow-up actions
• Repair and service fixed plant equipment and respond to breakdowns
• Collaborate to fault find equipment and restore plant availability
• Maintain discipline in 1SAP work management processes including notifications and work orders
• Aligning to our core values of doing what is right, seeking better ways and making a difference through a strong safety and improvement mindset and a commitment to contributing positively to our working culture of diverse, talented like-minded individuals

Why You'll Love Working Here

• 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, employee recognition programs and so much more                                                                                                                                       

Applications close: Wednesday 21 October at MIDNIGHT SA TIME

Lodge your interest today to find out more on living residentially - Roxby Downs, SA.

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.