2028 Mining Engineering Graduate Program (Feb 2028)

Notre Dame; Australia; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent role with BHP

Relocation support within Australia

Bonus and employee share program

Job summary

BHP Mining is seeking graduates for the 2028 Mining Graduate Program in Australia. The program runs 24 months, offering hands-on experience across mine planning, field exposure, safety, and continuous improvement.

You’ll work on meaningful projects and alongside diverse teams, with potential FIFO or residential placements depending on discipline and location. The program emphasizes structured onboarding, guided learning paths, and mentorship from leaders passionate about developing your skills

Qualifications

• Graduates with mining or closely related degree; eligible if graduated in the past two years or by end of 2027.

Responsibilities

• Mine planning & scheduling: support short- and long-term plans, design pit layouts and translate schedules into production.
• Field time & operational exposure: spend time in-pit or underground to understand equipment interactions and constraints.
• Safety & risk foundations: build understanding of hazard management and risk assessments.
• Operational & production support: work with supervisors to understand daily operations and performance data.
• Technical projects & continuous improvement: assist improvement initiatives and adopt new technologies to optimise processes.
• Cross functional collaboration: partner with geology, geotechnical, processing, maintenance and operations teams.

Skills

Problem solving

Strong communication

Analytical thinking

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Learning mindset

Education

Mining Engineering degree

Job description

BHP 2028 Mining Graduate Program

At BHP, we believe the best tomorrow is built through working, learning and innovating together and through this connection, building your skills for now, and the future. Come and join us in the 2028 Mining Graduate Program.

Please note: This advertisement is for BHP’s Mining Graduate Program. If you intend to apply for the Geology, Technology or other discipline Program, please submit your application to the relevant advert at careers.bhp.com. Only one application is required.

Applications will open sometime in March 2027, with the exact date still to be confirmed.

What You’ll Experience as a BHP Mining Graduate

Mining remains one of Australia’s most critical industries, and as a BHP Mining Graduate, you’ll be part of the teams that keep it moving safely and sustainably at Australia’s largest company. You’ll step right into our operations, helping to plan, optimise and deliver the resources that power infrastructure, technology and global supply chains. It’s meaningful, real‑world experience from day one.

As a Mining Graduate, you’ll gain exposure across the full mining value chain. Your work may include:

• Mine Planning & Scheduling – Supporting short-term and understanding long-term mine plans. Designing pit layouts and learning how schedules translate into daily production.
• Field Time & Operational Exposure – Spending meaningful time in-pit or underground to understand equipment interactions, operational constraints, and how technical decisions play out on the ground. (Meet the requirements for WA Quarry Managers ticket for WA graduates).
• Safety & Risk Foundations – Building a deep understanding of hazard management, conducting risk assessments, and contributing to a culture where safety underpins every decision.
• Operational & Production Support – Working alongside supervisors to understand daily operations, analyse performance data, and contribute to safe and efficient production outcomes.
• Technical Projects & Continuous Improvement – Assisting with improvement initiatives, adopting new technologies, and helping optimise mining processes across our operations.
• Cross Functional Collaboration – Partnering with geology, geotechnical, processing, maintenance and operations teams to understand how disciplines integrate to support mine performance.

About the Role

The 24-month BHP Mining Graduate Program brings people together to learn, build capability and gain confidence for the future. You’ll build on the foundations you gained at university while developing skills that support a lifelong career.

From day one, you’ll have structured onboarding, guided learning paths and support from your graduate cohort, your buddy and leaders who are passionate about helping you grow. You’ll work on meaningful projects across resources, technology, decarbonisation and safe, sustainable operations, gaining hands‑on experience.

Join a workplace where your ideas matter, your development is prioritised and you can see the impact of your work. Many graduates say the friendships, networks and support they build during the program are among the most rewarding parts, and many of BHP’s leaders began their own careers right here.

Depending on your discipline and preferred location, your role may be based in a residential community or operate on a Fly-in/Fly-out (FIFO) roster. Western Australia’s Iron Ore assets are primarily FIFO, Queensland’s Coal Operations are largely residential, and South Australia’s Copper Operations offer a mix of both.

What We Offer You

• A Permanent role with BHP
  Your graduate position can offer the beginning of a long, secure and successful career.
• A culture of care, and connection
  Be supported by resources and assistance programs for your mental health and well-being and opportunities to build friendships and networks that can last well beyond your first role.
• Perks and benefits
  Enjoy employee discounts, recognition programs, a competitive salary package, plus a performance-based bonus and employee share program.
• Relocation Support within Australia
  Provided where required to help you settle in smoothly.

Discover more about a career at BHP.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking graduates who are curious, strong problem solvers, strong communicators, analytical and committed to safety. You’ll be comfortable balancing field work with office-based analysis, adaptable in dynamic environments, and motivated to solve complex problems with practical, real-world outcomes. Strong communication skills, effective teamwork and a learning mindset are essential.

Degrees we consider (including but not limited to):

• Mining Engineering or equivalent

To be eligible, you must have graduated within the past two years or be due to graduate by the end of 2027 with a Mining Engineering degree (or a closely related discipline).

International students with a valid visa are welcome to apply. By February 2028, you must hold a visa with no work restrictions.

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.

If you are already employed directly by BHP, please log in using your BHP email address or apply via our internal jobs portal.

Supporting a Diverse Workforce

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 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 [e-mail].