Technology Supervisor

BHP; Town Of Port Hedland; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Employee share plan

Flexible working options

Parental leave

Job summary

BHP is seeking a Technology Supervisor to join the Port Hedland team in the Pilbara region. The role oversees maintenance and performance of OT systems supporting mining and rail operations, leading a team of technicians and contractors on site. FIFO or residential arrangements apply.

You will drive safety-first culture, collaborate with stakeholders, and deliver reliability improvements through technology solutions in a dynamic, industrial setting.

Qualifications

• Section 26 Statutory Supervisor qualification under WA Work Health and Safety (Mines) Regulations.
• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience in mining, infrastructure, telecommunications, technology, processing, or related operational environments.
• Experience supporting critical technology and communications systems within a mining, industrial, or operational setting.
• Knowledge of operational technology (OT), communications infrastructure, and technology asset management.
• Proven ability to lead a team through a safety-first culture while driving reliability, productivity and continuous improvement.
• Current C Class Driver's Licence.
• Trade Qualification, Diploma, or Degree in Information Technology, Telecommunications, Electronics, or related discipline is highly regarded.
• Strong alignment with BOS disciplines: Continuous Improvement, Leader Standard Work, Visual Management, Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis, Work Management and Planning, and data-driven Performance Management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of technology technicians and contractors, ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Maintain, reliability, and performance of OT systems including networks, automation, control, CCTV, and access infrastructure.
• Drive safety culture and ensure compliance with health, safety, environment and risk management requirements.
• Plan and prioritise maintenance to minimise downtime and maximise asset performance.
• Monitor system performance, analyse data, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop and maintain relationships with operational stakeholders, technology teams, vendors, and service providers.
• Coach and develop team capability; manage performance and succession planning.
• Ensure work management processes, documentation, and reporting are accurate and timely.

Skills

Leadership

OT systems

Maintenance

Stakeholder management

Education

IT/Telecommunications/Electronics degree

Tools

Automation systems

CCTV systems

Access control systems

Job description

Job Description

Technology Supervisor BHP Group Pilbara, WA, AU

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Technology Supervisor | Port Hedland | 8&6 Roster FIFO or Residential

Date: 31 Aug 2026

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Job Country: Australia

Job State/Province: Western Australia

Job Location/Region: Pilbara

About BHP

At BHP we support our people to grow, learn, develop their skills and reach their potential.

With a global portfolio of operations, we offer a diverse and inclusive environment with extraordinary career opportunities. Our strategy is to focus on creating a safe work environment where our employees feel strongly connected to our values and objectives, and where the capability of our people is key to our success.

Come and be a part of this success.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and safety-focused Technology Supervisor to join our team in Port Hedland.

In this leadership role, you will oversee the maintenance, reliability, and continuous improvement of operational technology systems that support our mining and rail operations. Working closely with site stakeholders, contractors, and technical teams, you will lead a skilled workforce to ensure technology assets are maintained safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

You will play a key role in driving performance, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement, and leveraging technology solutions to enhance operational outcomes.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Lead and supervise a team of technology technicians and contractors, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with BHP standards.
• Manage the maintenance, reliability, and performance of operational technology (OT) systems, including communications networks, automation systems, control systems, CCTV, access control, and associated infrastructure.
• Drive a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with health, safety, environment, and risk management requirements.
• Plan, coordinate, and prioritise maintenance activities to minimise operational downtime and maximise asset performance.
• Monitor system performance, analyse data and trends, and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reliability and operational efficiency.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with operational stakeholders, technology teams, vendors, and service providers.
• Manage team performance through coaching, mentoring, capability development, and succession planning.
• Ensure work management processes, documentation, and reporting requirements are maintained accurately and completed in a timely manner.

About You

You are a safety-focused leader with a passion for technology, operational excellence, and developing high-performing teams. You bring strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, coupled with the ability to drive continuous improvement and deliver results in a dynamic operational environment.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Section 26 Statutory Supervisor qualification under the Western Australian Work Health and Safety (Mines) Regulations.
• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience in mining, infrastructure, telecommunications, technology, processing, or related operational environments.
• Experience supporting critical technology and communications systems within a mining, industrial, or operational setting.
• An understanding of operational technology (OT), communications infrastructure, and technology asset management.
• Proven ability to lead a team through a safety-first culture whilst driving reliability, productivity, and continuous improvement outcomes.
• Current C Class Driver's Licence.
• Trade Qualification, Diploma, or Degree in Information Technology, Telecommunications, Electronics, or a related discipline will be highly regarded.
• Strong alignment with the principles of the BHP Operating System (BOS), with a demonstrated ability to apply BOS disciplines including:
  • Continuous Improvement.
  • Leader Standard Work.
  • Visual Management.
  • Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis.
  • Work Management and Planning.
  • Performance Management through data-driven decision making.

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.

Supporting a diverse workforce

The size, stability and magnitude of our business not only provides significant opportunity for professional development, but also attractive salary packages with performance-based bonuses and a best-in-class employee share program. We know there are many aspects of our employees' lives that are important, and work is only one of these, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits include flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, other extended leave entitlements and parent rooms.

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 are an Equal Opportunity employer and 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].