Lead Risk Management Potash

At BHP we believe our purpose goes beyond mining: we work to improve lives and create a more sustainable future. We are a global resources company with operations in more than 90 locations worldwide.

In Canada our presence is growing with the development of one of the most significant potash projects in the world: Jansen. This project reflects our long-term commitment to sustainability community engagement and economic growth.

Come and be part of this success!

Imagine being part of something truly world-class something thats shaping the future of sustainable agriculture and responsible resource development. Thats what the Jansen Potash Project offers.

Located about 140 kilometers east of Saskatoon Saskatchewan Jansen is set to become one of the largest and most sustainable potash mines in the world. At approximately US$15.3 billion investment it marks the biggest private investment in Saskatchewans history and a bold step forward for BHP in Canada.

Beyond its scale Jansen will create lasting value for people and communities. The project is expected to support thousands of jobs during construction and hundreds of permanent roles once production begins.

Whether youre looking to grow your career make a meaningful impact or be part of a legacy project Jansen could be the place where it all begins.

With operations worldwide BHP offers limitless opportunities. Whether its competitive benefits international career pathways or the chance to be part of a world-class project like Jansen at BHP you can shape a career thats truly yours.

We are proud to be recognized as one of Canadas Top 100 Employers for 2026 a testament of our dedication to fostering a positive diverse and rewarding work environment.

If youre looking for a place where your work has purpose your growth is supported and your impact is real this could be your next step.

As Lead Risk Management you will play a critical leadership role in supporting the successful delivery of one of Canadas most significant mining and infrastructure developments.

Leading a team of risk professionals you will drive project and portfolio risk governance assurance and risk management practices across the project lifecycle. You will work closely with project leaders and stakeholders to identify opportunities manage uncertainty strengthen decision making and help deliver safe sustainable and value-focused outcomes.

This is an opportunity for an experienced risk management professional who enjoys partnering across complex project environments influencing senior stakeholders developing high-performing teams and building a strong risk-aware culture. You will contribute directly to project performance by ensuring risks are proactively identified assessed mitigated and communicated while supporting strategic investment and delivery decisions.

In this role you will:

• Lead and develop a team responsible for project and portfolio risk management governance and assurance activities.
• Facilitate the application of risk assessment methodologies tools and techniques to identify analyse and manage project risks across the lifecycle.
• Provide expert guidance on risk management practices and challenge project teams to strengthen risk controls and mitigation strategies.
• Monitor and report on project risk performance supporting safe delivery schedule integrity budget performance and project outcomes.
• Partner with project and business stakeholders to support risk-informed decision making and effective management of emerging and interconnected risks.
• Establish and govern risk management standards practices and review processes across programs and portfolios.
• Conduct portfolio benchmarking identify key investment drivers and support project prioritization and portfolio decision making.
• Facilitate workshops presentations and risk reviews that engage stakeholders and enable meaningful discussion and action.
• Promote a strong risk-aware culture by embedding BHPs risk framework and encouraging continuous learning and improvement.
• Support the delivery of safe sustainable customer-focused outcomes while driving operational excellence and value creation.

You are an experienced leader with a strong background in project risk management and a proven ability to influence outcomes within complex project or portfolio environments.

You will bring:

• Extensive experience as a risk management practitioner within large-scale projects major infrastructure engineering resources mining construction or related industries.
• Demonstrated experience leading a risk management function and developing high-performing teams.
• Strong project management knowledge and an understanding of project delivery across the full lifecycle.
• Advanced expertise in risk management frameworks methodologies systems and risk assessment techniques.
• Strong capability in project risk analysis governance controls assurance and risk reporting.
• Experience supporting portfolio management investment prioritization and business decision making.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement workshop facilitation and presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly
• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to balance safety value risk and business outcomes.
• A collaborative leadership style with a passion for coaching capability building continuous improvement and fostering an inclusive team environment.

The following qualifications would be considered advantageous:

• Formal Risk Management qualification.
• Formal Project Management qualification such as PMP or equivalent.

This position is based in Saskatoon Saskatchewan Canada and supports the Jansen Potash Project portfolio. Working hours are 40 hours per week. Hybrid working (flexible shared workstations and a combination of office and work from home) is standard for BHP.

BHP offers relocation assistance to support the successful incumbent in transitioning if required. Benefits offered as part of the relocation program include (but are not limited to) new home purchase assistance temporary accommodations home finding trip and a resettlement allowance.

At BHP we understand that to bring your best you need to feel your best. Thats why our benefits are designed to support your health your growth and your personal balance.

• Professional Development: Continuous learning and real opportunities for growth.
• Compensation: Fair and competitive reflecting your role skills and achievements.
• Inclusive Culture: We foster a workplace where everyone feels valued respected and free to express their authentic identity.

And so much more!

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.

At BHP we believe diversity makes us stronger. Were 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

At BHP we aim to unlock the enormous potential that diverse and inclusive teams bring to the workplace to leave a strong legacy within and beyond our operations for the generations to come.

Based on existing demographics in our Potash project preference in hiring will be given to qualified women and Indigenous peoples who self-identify as such in the application process. This reasonable and justifiable measure has been implemented pursuant to section 56 of The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code 2018.