Electrical Supervisor - Project Delivery | Carrapateena, FIFO, Days Only

BHP Group; South Australia; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

BHP Group now seeks an Electrical Supervisor – Project Delivery at Carrapateena, SA, FIFO days only. The role leads safe electrical construction, commissioning and energisation in a complex underground mining environment.

You will coordinate contractors, ensure compliance with safety standards and drive high-quality delivery across HV, instrumentation and controls, with emphasis on zero harm and project objectives.

Qualifications

• Electrical Trade Qualification required; HV experience essential.
• Experience supervising electrical construction activities in mining or brownfield environments.
• Strong background in HV systems, instrumentation, fibre optics and control networks.

Responsibilities

• Champion a culture of care through visible field leadership and Zero Harm.
• Supervise safe execution of construction, installation, commissioning and modifications.
• Lead multiple work fronts, directing contractors, trades and project teams.
• Identify and mitigate construction risks with key controls.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations to plan brownfield modifications.
• Support procedures, handover packages and safety observations.

Skills

Electrical Trade

HV Switching

Contractor supervision

HV Infrastructure

Instrumentation

Fibre Optics

Control Systems

Safety Leadership

Education

Electrical Trade Qualification

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Electrical Supervisor - Project Delivery | Carrapateena, FIFO, Days Only

Date: 23 Sept 2026

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Job Country: Australia

Job State/Province: South Australia

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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 Carrapateena

Carrapateena is a large, modern underground copper-gold operation and one of South Australia’s most significant mining developments in the past decade. Located approximately 160km north of Port Augusta on the traditional lands of the Kokatha people.

Carrapateena combines cutting-edge mining methods with a strong focus on safety, innovation and performance.

With an expected mine life of more than 20 years and ongoing investment to expand production, including the transition to large-scale block cave mining, Carrapateena offers the opportunity to build a long-term career in a future-focused operation.

Designed with automation, digital systems and efficiency at its core, the site provides exposure to advanced underground mining and evolving technologies, supporting safer, smarter and more connected ways of working.

We currently have a vacancy for an Electrical Supervisor – Project delivery, reporting to the Construction Superintendent

The Challenge Ahead

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Supervisor to join the Carrapateena Expansion Project team. Reporting to the Construction Superintendent, you will provide leadership and technical oversight for the safe execution of high voltage and electrical infrastructure works across a complex brownfield mining environment.

This role is focused on supervising contractors, coordinating critical shutdowns and isolations, ensuring compliance with BHP standards, and delivering works safely, on schedule, and to the required quality standards.

You will play a key role in the delivery of underground power supply upgrades, electrical installations, commissioning activities and energisation programs supporting one of South Australia's premier copper operations.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced electrical professional who enjoys balancing field leadership, technical problem-solving and project coordination in a dynamic underground mining environment.

What You’ll Bring to the Role

You are a proactive leader with a strong technical background in electrical, instrumentation and communications systems and have proven experience supervising multidisciplinary construction works in mining, heavy industry or major infrastructure environments. You bring extensive experience in HV power systems, industrial instrumentation, fibre optic communications and control system integration, with a demonstrated ability to safely coordinate contractors, commissioning activities and brownfield project execution. Your leadership style promotes a strong safety culture while ensuring delivery of quality outcomes aligned with project objectives

To be successful, you will bring:

• Electrical Trade Qualification
• HV Switching (Desirable)
• Demonstrated experience supervising electrical construction activities.
• Strong high-voltage (HV) infrastructure experience including electrical and instrumentation systems: Substations, switchgear, transformers, HV cabling, distribution networks, process instrumentation and control systems
• Extensive knowledge of HV switching, isolations, LOTO and permit-to-work systems.
• Experience managing contractors and coordinating multiple work fronts.
• Proven ability to lead teams and maintain high standards of safety, quality and delivery.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Previous mining experience, particularly within brownfield operational environments.
• Experience overseeing HV testing, commissioning, instrumentation loop checking & functional testing
• Experience with installation, calibration, testing and commissioning of instrumentation including: Pressure, temperature, flow and level devices, control valves and actuators, PLC and SCADA interfaces, fieldbus and industrial communication networks
• Demonstrated experience with communications infrastructure including: Fibre optic installation, testing and commissioning, ethernet and industrial network systems, cisco network hardware and communications infrastructure, mining communication systems and data networks
• Strong understanding of control systems, communications networks and their integration with electrical infrastructure.
• Experience supporting commissioning, troubleshooting and handover of electrical, instrumentation and communications systems within operational mining environments.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Champion a culture of care through visible field leadership and an unwavering commitment to Zero Harm and operational discipline.
• Supervise the safe execution of construction, installation, commissioning and modification activities, ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently and to plan.
• Lead and coordinate multiple work fronts, providing clear direction to contractors, trades and project teams to achieve project objectives.
• Identify, manage and mitigate construction risks while ensuring critical controls are implemented and maintained throughout project delivery.
• Promote operational excellence by driving high performance, quality workmanship and adherence to site standards, procedures and statutory requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, maintenance and project stakeholders to plan and execute brownfield modifications and infrastructure projects.
• Support the development of operating procedures, maintenance work instructions, project documentation and handover packages.
• Conduct regular field leadership interactions, workplace inspections and safety observations to verify safe work practices and encourage continuous improvement.
• Monitor project progress against safety, cost, schedule and quality targets, providing timely updates and addressing emerging risks and opportunities.
• Foster a collaborative team culture through coaching, mentoring and developing personnel to achieve strong business and project outcomes.

Work Location

This position is based at Carrapateena, South Australia, operating on an 8 days on / 6 days off, DAYS ONLY roster on a FIFO basis from Adelaide or Port Augusta (Regional SA).

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 Carrapateena

Our modern on-site village, Tjungu Village, is designed to support comfort, connection and wellbeing, with:

• A fully equipped gym with over 25 stations, group fitness classes, and new wellness facilities including reformer pilates in development
• Social and recreational spaces including the Pernatty Pub, mini golf, and a golf simulator
• \]High-quality dining at the Dry Mess, known for its variety and standout meals
• Modern, spacious accommodation with in-room entertainment and streaming capabilities
• Scenic surroundings and unique site views, including iconic sunrises over the operation

And so much more!

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Wednesday 14 October 2026 at Midnight SA Time

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.

If you are already employed directly by BHP, please apply through the internal jobs portal using your BHP credentials.

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 [e-mail] .