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BHP Operations Services delivers industry leading mining services across BHP operations Australia-wide with specialist capabilities in load and haul, fixed plant maintenance and mobile maintenance. BHP Operations Services has a strong focus on people capability and culture. Our people are our greatest asset and are at the centre of everything that we do. We focus on high performance safety and productivity through our people. With world-class training that is unmatched in the industry and the opportunity to advance your career across locations and commodities, join the team and make your place in BHP.

Join our high-performing rebuild team at the Perth Repair Centre in Welshpool, where you'll carry out inspections, rebuilds, and testing on Caterpillar equipment, including 793F trucks and ancillary gear.

You'll work a 7/7 day-shift roster (6am-6pm, Wednesday to Tuesday), contributing to fast-paced rebuilds while mentoring maintainers and ensuring all work meets OEM standards.

Your responsibilities include but are not limited too:

• Diagnose and assess engine condition, identifying required parts
• Use precision tools and technical data to ensure quality
• Collaborate to meet rebuild deadlines
• Mentor team members and support continuous improvement
• Maintain safety, efficiency, and detailed reporting

• Minimum 3 years' experience on mobile machinery (Caterpillar ancillary gear and 793F trucks)
• Certificate III in Heavy Diesel Mechanical Trade or equivalent
• Shut or breakdown experience
• High Risk Work Licence
• SAP system knowledge
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
• Team-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset

• Be part of a team known for its strong culture and excellent working conditions at BHP's Perth Repair Centre
• Opportunity to grow and upskill within BHP
• Local 7/7 day-shift roster - be home every night
• Competitive Perth-based salary + annual bonus (paid every September)
• Access to BHP's SharePlus Program
• Ongoing support for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program

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.

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 inclusion@bhp.com

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Mining, Resources & Energy More than 10,000 employees

BHP is a world-leading resources company. We work in more than 90 locations worldwide and our products are sold globally.

We've positioned our business to support the megatrends shaping our world. Iron ore and coal for the steel needed for global infrastructure and the energy transition, copper for renewable energy, and potash to support more sustainable farming.

A resource mix for today – and critical to the future.

We have over 90,000 employees and you'll find BHP people from the Pilbara to the Bowen Basin in Australia, from Saskatchewan to Santiago and from Texas, Trinidad and Tobago to Singapore and Melbourne.

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Perks and benefits Empowerment Through Flexibility Professional Growth and Development Inclusive, Positive, and Supportive Culture Safety and Well-being Impactful and Meaningful Work Workplace Community and Networking Recognition Competitive pay rates, benefits and share program

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