Principal Studies | BHP Chile

BHP; Santiago; On-site; CLP 12,000,000 - 18,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development

Competitive Compensation

Inclusive Culture

Recognition Program Big Thanks

Job summary

BHP Chile’s corporate office in Santiago seeks a senior Investment Governance Lead to drive governance across a portfolio of capital investments. You will synthesize technical, commercial and functional inputs into clear investment narratives and deliver decision-ready papers for executive committees and Boards.

You will influence senior leaders, manage governance processes, and ensure alignment with value-based decision making while guiding project teams through complex approvals and risk

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business or Finance is required.
• Postgraduate qualification in Business, Finance or Project Management is desirable.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and align viewpoints under tight timelines.
• Experience preparing governance and investment documents for senior leadership or Boards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication across technical and executive audiences.
• Experience with major capital projects and value-based decision making.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate development of investment governance deliverables and board papers.
• Act as governance focal point for capital investments, combining inputs into a clear narrative.
• Support robust investment cases and manage governance processes per requirements.
• Drive alignment on investment intent, including MVS and OW/OWO framing.
• Navigate complex governance and executive review processes to meet deadlines.
• Identify opportunities to optimise value and preserve value across study phases.
• Provide governance guidance and challenge project teams on risks and drivers.
• Facilitate cross-team alignment to support effective decision making.
• Capture lessons learned to improve governance throughout the portfolio.

Skills

Stakeholder influence

Governance documentation

Communication skills

Capital project experience

Business case knowledge

Commercial acumen

Analytical thinking

Education

Engineering/PM/Business/Finance degree

Postgraduate qualification desirable

Job description

About BHP

At BHP Chile, our corporate office in Santiago is the strategic heart of our operations in the country. From here, we lead projects that drive responsible mining and innovation, connecting local impact with BHP’s global vision. We are part of a company dedicated to natural resources, present in more than 90 locations worldwide, committed to creating a more sustainable future.

About BHP

At BHP Chile, our corporate office in Santiago is the strategic heart of our operations in the country. From here, we lead projects that drive responsible mining and innovation, connecting local impact with BHP’s global vision. We are part of a company dedicated to natural resources, present in more than 90 locations worldwide, committed to creating a more sustainable future.

About BHP

At BHP Chile, our corporate office in Santiago is the strategic heart of our operations in the country. From here, we lead projects that drive responsible mining and innovation, connecting local impact with BHP’s global vision. We are part of a company dedicated to natural resources, present in more than 90 locations worldwide, committed to creating a more sustainable future. Why BHP Chile? Here, you’ll have the opportunity to grow in an organization that values diversity, fosters professional development, and invests in technologies that transform the mining industry. At BHP Chile, you can make a real impact on the community and the environment while building your career in a company recognized for its inclusive culture and commitment to the future.

The challenged Ahead

The purpose of this role is to provide governance leadership across a portfolio of investments, integrating diverse perspectives into decision-quality recommendations that support value-maximising investment decisions for BHP. The role offers significant exposure to senior leaders, including Vice Presidents and Presidents, and the opportunity to influence some of BHP's most critical investment decisions.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the development of key investment governance deliverables, including investment approval papers, governance submissions, Board papers and other decision-support materials for major capital projects.
• Act as the governance focal point for capital investments, integrating technical, operational, commercial and functional inputs into a clear, coherent and compelling investment narrative.
• Support the development of robust investment cases and manage governance processes in compliance with BHP's Our Requirements and applicable local requirements.
• Drive alignment on the investment intent, including the Minimum Viable Solution (MVS) and Optimised With/Optimised Without (OW/OWO) framing, ensuring these principles are clearly reflected throughout study deliverables and investment decisions.
• Navigate complex governance and executive review processes, managing competing priorities, diverse stakeholder perspectives and compressed schedules to achieve alignment and deliver decision-quality documents that support timely investment decisions.
• Identify opportunities to optimise value, strengthen investment outcomes and preserve value throughout the study and approval lifecycle.
• Provide governance guidance and constructive challenge to project teams, ensuring decision documents clearly articulate key risks, opportunities, assumptions and value drivers.
• Facilitate alignment across project teams, functions and senior leaders to support effective decision making and successful progression through governance milestones.
• Capture and apply lessons learned, governance best practices and continuous improvement opportunities to enhance the quality and efficiency of investment decision making across the portfolio.

Required

What we expect from you

• Degree qualification in Engineering, Project Management, Business, Finance or a related discipline.
• Postgraduate qualification in Business, Finance or Project Management is desirable.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders, reconcile diverse viewpoints and build alignment under challenging timelines.
• Demonstrated experience preparing and coordinating high-quality governance, investment and approval documentation for senior leadership, executive committees or Boards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across technical, operational and executive audiences.
• Experience working on major capital projects, strategic investments or other complex business initiatives.
• Strong understanding of business case development, governance frameworks and value-based decision making.
• Sound commercial acumen and understanding of project value drivers, risks and opportunities.
• Strategic and analytical thinker with the ability to distil complex information into concise, decision-quality recommendations.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At BHP Chile, we understand that to give your best, you need to feel your best. That’s why our benefits are designed to support you at every stage, caring for your health, driving your development, and promoting a real balance between your personal and professional life.

• Professional Development: Continuous learning and real growth opportunities.
• Compensation: Fair and competitive, reflecting your role, skills, and achievements.
• Inclusive Culture: We promote a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and free to express their authentic identity.
• Recognition: We reward your achievements through our global recognition program Big Thanks | Muchas Gracias.

About Our Process

At BHP, we hire people who align with our values and meet the role requirements. As part of the process, we may review compliance with minimum requirements.

We Support a Diverse Workforce

We know diversity makes us stronger. That’s why we focus on creating a more diverse workforce that represents the communities where we operate and live, ensuring a workplace where everyone is included and treated with respect. We are committed to a fair, equitable, and accessible selection process for all. If you have any type of disability, please write to [e-mail] so we can adjust our selection process and provide the necessary support.