Senior Contracts Engineer | Prominent Hill

About the Role:

Prominent Hill is copper-gold mine a long-life asset that is part of the BHP South Australia copper province. BHP is a global company with operations in Australia North and South America across 5 different commodities.

Senior Engineer - Mining Contracts reporting to the Superintendent Mine Operations is responsible for overseeing and managing the operational aspects of sites contracts ensuring that contractual obligations are met and that partnerships with our business partners drive value for the site. The role requires close collaboration with contracting partners proactive leadership in the field compliance monitoring and financial management to ensure site operations are effective safe and aligned with organizational goals.

Location: Prominent Hill South Australia (60-minute flight from Adelaide / 30-minute flight from Port Augusta)
Roster:8 days on; 6 days off
Department: Mining
Manager:Superintendent - Mine Operations
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Applications close:11 June 2025

In This Role You Will:

• Assist in managing day-to-day requirements of site contracts ensuring adherence to agreed terms deliverables and timelines.
• Act as a point of contact for contractors addressing issues and resolving disputes promptly to maintain operational continuity.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with contracting partners to foster a culture of trust collaboration and mutual benefit.
• Identify opportunities to add value through contractor engagement process improvement and innovative practices.
• Assist in coaching contractors and internal teams to ensure best safety practices are followed across site operations.
• Lead by example in demonstrating safety-first behaviour and reinforcing organisational values in the field.
• Conduct regular audits of internal operations and contractor activities to ensure compliance with legal regulatory and organizational standards.
• Track manage and analyse costs associated with site contracts to ensure budget adherence and cost-effectiveness.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement encouraging the workforce to identify opportunities to enhance the operations safety efficiency performance and cost management.

About You:

Strong understanding of contract management principles mining operations and compliance requirements.

Experience in underground mining environments for both client and contractors

Proven ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external contracting partners.

Demonstrated experience in field leadership coaching and promoting safety culture.

Proficiency in conducting audits and implementing corrective actions.

Excellent problem-solving communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to adapt to dynamic environments and work under pressure.

Ideally have completed underground mining practical time with a solid working knowledge of the mining cycle and activities within it for a longhole open stoping paste backfill underground hardrock operation.

Understanding of safety and risk management systems.

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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