Auto Electrician Apprenticeships | BHP FutureFit Academy | Mackay

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 Opportunity

BHP is currently offering Auto Electrician Apprenticeships. The program is a 2 years training program based at our Mackay FutureFit Academy. Apprentices study to complete a full trade qualification (Certificate III Automotive Electrical Technology AUR30320). You will be paid while you train at FutureFit Academy and become a qualified Automotive Electrician at BHP. While training you will be working a roster of 7 Days / 7 Off / 7 Nights / 7 Off, day shift hours are 6am to 4:30pm and night shift hours are 1:30pm to 12:00am. These are permanent opportunities, and once successfully completing your studies, you will continue your employment with BHP based at one of our mine sites. 

The training program involves applying knowledge of automotive/ mining electronics, engines, and chassis with the ability to diagnose and repair automotive/mining electrical & air-conditioning systems.
 

These Apprenticeships are scheduled to commence in May 2025.

About You
 

We are seeking applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds. As this program contains fast-tracked learning, you will need to commit to attendance, be adaptable to your working roster and live local to the FutureFit Academy.

To set you up for success, you will need:
 

• A high commitment to safety is a must
• Have an interest in problem solving and working on the tools
• Be motivated to learn new skills and knowledge, whilst enjoying a mixture of classroom and hands-on learning
• Ability to live a safe travelling distance to the training centre - this is not a FIFO/DIDO role (whilst studying at the academy)
• To have the necessary personal support networks available to assist you in working the above roster
• Experience working on machinery/vehicles through a hobby or work is highly regarded, but not essential

Benefits of Program

If successful, you will be paid to study whilst working on industry leading equipment and will have the opportunity to learn about BHP systems and processes.

As a permanent employee with BHP you will receive an attractive salary and a wide range of benefits such as; 

• Career development / training opportunities i.e. Mastery Program
• Community and wellness programs
• Discounted Leisure & Entertainment Memberships
• SharePlus Program

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 and magnitude of our business not only provides significant opportunity for professional development, but also attractive salary packages with performance based bonuses and unique BHP employee share program.

At BHP, we recognise that we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, colour, sex, national origin, age, religion, people with disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, citizenship, genetic information or other protected status under federal, state or local laws.

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.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, citizenship, genetic information or other protected status under federal, state or local laws.

BHP is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability.