Position Description - Stepping Into ProgramPosition Title

BHP – Analysis and Improvement Engineer (FIFO)

Location

Perth, WA

Position Duration

152 hours

Dec 2018/ Jan 2019

Position Overview

The Analysis and Improvement role is specifically looking at analyzing data, identifying defects and finding opportunities to remove defects/delays of our fleet. There is a fair amount of analysis from 1SAP, as well as project work. 

Please note: This position is a fly in fly out (FIFO) position at BHP. This means BHP will be arranging for you to fly in and out of Perth to the primary Mining site in northern Western Australia.

This role is based in the Pilbara region of Western Australia at either our Mining Area C, or Yandi Iron Ore operations. The role is fly in, fly out, from Perth airport, on 5 days on; 2 days off; 4 days on; 3 days off roster. (Although flexible work arrangements may be possible depending on the role. For example, 3 or 4 days on site.)

Our FIFO village includes; a fully equipped gym, swimming pool, tennis and basketball courts, netted cricket pitch, beach volleyball court and recreation room. All rooms at the village have their own ensuite bathroom, television, internet, refrigerator and air-conditioning.

Please find additional FAQ about the FIFO positions at the end of the position description.

Task and Responsibilities

Be involved in rhythms and routines of A&I specialist

Performance analysis of fleet 

Track metrics analysis to understand trends/focus areas 

Be involved in Continuous Improvement projects 

Level 3, 80 Clarence Street, Sydney NSW 2000 (02) 8270 9200 www.and.org.au

Increase fleet performance through detailed and targeted defect elimination

Skills Required

Team Player

Strong analytical skills

Strong Communication and influencing skills

Interested in seeking and driving improvements.

Have a strong written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills

Ideal Degree/Discipline

Engineering, Finance, or Project Management

Remuneration

TBC

Eligibility Requirements

Second last or final year of an Australian university undergraduate or postgraduate degree

Australian citizens, Permanent Residents, and International Students.

BHP FIFO Positions – FAQ’s

BHP’s FIFO opportunity provide exposure to corporate mentality, governance, admin, combined with real life mining work experience.

FIFO from where? How often?

Weekly fly in and fly out from Perth airport to regional Western Australia – Pilbara region.

Perth airport arrival at commencement of week for 6am departure Airbus A320 to site (charter plane). Airstrip at Pilbara is not wheelchair accessible. Once arrived at airstrip, bus ride to site (20 minutes). Bus requires stair access. Bus daily back to camp. End week, fly to Perth airport, arrive approx. 6.30/7pm.

Work Hours?

The standard working day on site is 12 hours – 6am – 6pm. However, BHP hiring managers are open to discussing flexibility in these work arrangements.

They work on a two-week rotation:

Week 1 – Monday – Thursday (Friday, Saturday and Sunday off)

Week 2 – Monday – Friday (Saturday and Sunday off)

FIFO and Workplace adjustments?

BHP are open to implementing workplace adjustments around the working day and hours.

What are the Safety/ Emergency Procedures?

BHP have onsite paramedics (similar to St John level) available at all times. They also have the airstrip which allows access for the Royal Flying Doctors.

BHP also own their own Medivac Chopper which is available at all times. Maximum flying time to a hospital is approx. 30 – 35 minutes.

BHP are very aware of the potential psychological impact on individuals. They provide a very supportive environment where everyone is encouraged to share when they need to talk / support. Flexibility can be implemented if this will assist. Gym facilities are provided on camp.

What is the accessibility around accommodation / amenities?

Accessible rooms and bathrooms are available.

Other rooms have one step to enter.

All footpaths are accessible – all aspects of camp accessible via footpath.

Accessible gym available at site.

Is there a support / buddy structure?

Yes, and there are also other interns onsite / in camp at the same time.

There is very little time to spend on your own – flexible options if people need more time.

FIFO from where? How often?

Weekly.

Perth to Pilbara region. Onsite in Camp (20 minutes from site and via bus) during week.

Trip from camp to site – twice daily via bus (standard greyhound) (approx. 20 minutes).