Qualified Mechanical Fitters | Copper SA Operations - Olympic Dam, Carrapateena & Prominent Hill

BHP Group; Roxby Downs; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Residential allowances

Company housing

DIDO from Adelaide

FIFO from Adelaide

Job summary

BHP Group invites applications for Qualified Mechanical Fitters to support Copper SA Operations across Olympic Dam, Carrapateena and Prominent Hill in South Australia. The role covers fixed plant maintenance, safety-critical tasks, and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams on diverse mining equipment.

Ideal candidates hold an Australian Mechanical Fitter qualification, with mining or heavy industry experience, and a proactive mindset for equipment reliability and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Recognised Australian Mechanical Fitter trade qualification.
• Experience in mining, minerals processing, heavy industry or similar environments.
• Proven safety, risk management and safe work practices.
• Strong fault-finding, troubleshooting and maintenance skills.
• Experience with crushers, conveyors, pumps or processing plant equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on fixed plant equipment.
• Conduct inspections, fault diagnosis and repairs for reliable operations.
• Contribute to equipment reliability and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain high standards of safety, housekeeping and compliance.
• Collaborate with operations, planning and maintenance teams to meet objectives.
• Accurately record maintenance activities and support planning.

Skills

Safety focus

Fault finding

Maintenance of fixed plant

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Shifts and rosters

Operational excellence

Education

Australian Mechanical Fitter trade qualification

Job description

Qualified Mechanical Fitters | Copper SA Operations - Olympic Dam, Carrapateena & Prominent Hill

Date: 16 Sept 2026

Job Posting End Date:

Job Country: Australia

Job State/Province: South Australia

Job Location/Region:

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.

We currently have vacancies for qualified and experienced Mechanical Fitters across our South Australian copper operations at Olympic Dam, Carrapateena and Prominent Hill.

Olympic Dam, located adjacent the township of Roxby Downs, is one of the world's largest integrated mining, smelting and processing operations. Carrapateena is a modern underground copper mine known for its innovation and strong focus on operational excellence. Prominent Hill is a well-established copper-gold operation recognised for its strong safety culture and high-performance teams.

Across all three sites, Mechanical Fitters have the opportunity to work on diverse fixed plant and mining equipment, contribute to safe and reliable operations, and build a rewarding career within BHP's growing Copper SA portfolio.

The Challenge Ahead

Across our Copper SA operations, Mechanical Fitters play a critical role in maintaining safe, reliable and efficient plant performance.

Working within high-performing maintenance teams, you'll contribute to the ongoing operation of world-class mining and processing facilities while helping us deliver the copper essential to the global energy transition.

Opportunities are available across a range of fixed plant maintenance environments, supporting both planned and breakdown maintenance activities, equipment reliability initiatives and continuous improvement projects.

Copper SA offers pathways for growth, development and meaningful work.

What You'll Bring to the Role

We're looking for safety-focused tradespeople who enjoy solving problems, working collaboratively and contributing to operational excellence.

You’ll ideally bring:

• Recognised Australian Mechanical Fitter trade qualification.


• Experience working within mining, minerals processing, heavy industry, manufacturing or comparable industrial environments.


• Strong commitment to safety, risk management and safe work practices.


• Well-developed fault-finding, troubleshooting and maintenance skills.


• Experience maintaining crushers, conveyors, pumps, processing plant equipment, mobile mining equipment or underground infrastructure.


• Ability to work effectively within diverse and inclusive teams.


• A proactive approach to continuous improvement and equipment reliability.


• Flexibility to work rostered shifts and site-based maintenance schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Performing preventative and corrective maintenance on fixed plant equipment and infrastructure.


• Conducting inspections, fault diagnosis and repairs to support safe and reliable operations.


• Contributing to equipment reliability and continuous improvement initiatives.


• Maintaining high standards of safety, housekeeping and compliance.


• Collaborating with operations, planning and maintenance teams to achieve operational objectives.


• Accurately recording maintenance activities and supporting maintenance planning processes.


• Identifying opportunities to improve equipment performance and reduce downtime.

Work Locations

Olympic Dam

• Attractive residential allowances and company housing


• Residential, DIDO or FIFO from Adelaide
  
• Opportunities across both surface and underground operations

Carrapateena

• 8/6, 7/7 rotating roster with occasional night shift


• FIFO available from Adelaide or Port Augusta


• Opportunities across both surface and underground operations


• 8/6, 7/7 rotating roster with occasional night shift


• FIFO available from Adelaide or Port Augusta


• Opportunities across both surface and underground operations

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.

• Grow your career your way, with opportunities to develop and move across BHP.


• Be rewarded with competitive pay, performance bonuses and our 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 including paid parental leave and recognition programs.

Life at Our Copper SA Operations

• Vibrant village lifestyle with regular social events.


• Fully equipped gym and wellbeing programs.


• Great dining options and varied menus.


• Ongoing investment in facilities and accommodation.


• Daily bus services from Olympic Dam village to Roxby Downs for shopping, healthcare and more.

Applications close 16 October

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 assessments, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right to work checks and/or reference checks.

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] .