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.
For you, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and help shape the future of one of Australia's leading copper businesses.
About Prominent Hill
Prominent Hill is a well-established copper-gold operation within BHP’s Minerals Australia portfolio, with a strong future and ongoing investment.
Located 650km north-west of Adelaide, the site operates across underground and surface mining on an 8/6 FIFO roster.
A major shaft project is supporting underground expansion and extending mine life to at least 2040, creating long-term opportunities across the operation.
It’s a technically complex site where you can build your skills, take on new challenges, and be part of a team where safety and looking out for each other matters.
We currently have a vacancy for a Specialist Radiation & Occupational Hygiene, reporting to the Superintendent Safety, Radiation & Occupational Hygiene.
The Challenge Ahead
As a Specialist Radiation & Occupational Hygiene, you will play a critical role in protecting the health, safety and wellbeing of our workforce across Prominent Hill’s mining and processing operations.
Working as part of the Health, Safety, Security and Emergency Management team, you will provide specialist advice and technical expertise across radiation safety, occupational hygiene and exposure management programs. You'll partner closely with operational leaders, frontline teams and technical stakeholders to identify risks, implement effective controls and drive continuous improvement.
This is an opportunity for an experienced health professional who enjoys combining field-based work with technical problem solving, stakeholder engagement and project leadership. You will help shape exposure reduction initiatives, support compliance with regulatory requirements and contribute to a safe, healthy and high-performing workplace.
What You’ll Bring to the Role
You are a motivated and technically capable radiation and/or occupational hygiene professional who is passionate about improving workplace health outcomes. You bring a practical approach to risk management and enjoy influencing positive change through collaboration and evidence-based decision making.