Mine Water Systems Lead Pumps & Dewatering

BHP; Bowen; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

BHP is seeking a motivated leader to head the Mine Services Pumps team in Bowen, Queensland. You will oversee safe operation, maintenance and performance of water management and dewatering systems, guiding a diverse team to deliver production targets while upholding safety standards.

You will work with Production, Maintenance and technical partners to drive continuous improvement, build capability and ensure regulatory compliance across the site.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in mining, water management, civil construction, maintenance, utilities, or other operational environments.
• A genuine passion for supporting and developing people while creating a safe, inclusive, and high-performing team environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team responsible for delivering safe and effective mine dewatering and water management activities.
• Foster an inclusive and positive team culture where people feel valued, supported and empowered to perform at their best.
• Coordinate the installation, relocation, operation and maintenance of dewatering pumps, pipelines, and associated infrastructure.
• Monitor pump system performance and reliability to support operational requirements and minimise production impacts.
• Partner with operational and technical stakeholders to ensure water management strategies support current and future mine plans.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve safety, efficiency, and equipment performance.
• Provide coaching, mentoring and development opportunities to build capability within the team.
• Champion a strong safety culture through visible leadership, risk management, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Mining experience

Water management

Stakeholder engagement

Contractor coordination

Job description

BHP is seeking a motivated leader to head the Mine Services Pumps team in Bowen, Queensland. You will oversee safe operation, maintenance and performance of water management and dewatering systems, guiding a diverse team to deliver production targets while upholding safety standards.

You will work with Production, Maintenance and technical partners to drive continuous improvement, build capability and ensure regulatory compliance across the site.