Geology Core Technician - Prominent Hill

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 Prominent Hill

Prominent Hill is a copper–gold operation supporting Australia’s clean energy transition. As demand for copper in renewable energy infrastructure and electric vehicles continues to grow, your work will contribute directly to this important supply chain.

We work closely with Antakirinja Matu-Yankunytjatjara Traditional Owners, and this partnership is an integral part of our everyday operations.

About the Role

Reporting to the Lead Geologist, this role will work as part of the team in the Core Processing Area who support diamond drill core processes that include metre marking, core orientation, geotechnical measurements, core photography, core cutting and specific gravity measurements.

This role is based in Prominent Hill on an 8/6 roster (Dayshift only, Wednesday changeover) FIFO from Adelaide or Port Augusta.

In this role you will also:

• Process sample dispatches for offsite laboratories, ensuring PO numbers and paperwork is accurate
• Ensure effective data collection for Underground Geology records that comply with QA/QC for data collection, storage and access
• Support the safe collection and maintenance of core logging information
• Clean, maintain and service Core Shed Operations vehicles as required

About You

• Demonstrated experience working in a core yard or as a geology technician is preferred
• Understanding of sampling practices, QA/QC for data collection and logging of sample information
• Ability to work autonomously, with a proactive attitude and attention to detail
• A core focus on safety and the confidence to lead by positive example
• Forklift licence is advantageous
• Current First Aid certificate desirable
• Manual Drivers licence is required

On site, you will have:

• Your own private room with ensuite, TV, fridge and air conditioning (linens and towels provided)
• All meals included – breakfast, lunch and dinner
• State-of-the-art gym with personal training and group fitness classes
• 25-metre outdoor swimming pool
• Sports facilities, including tennis courts, cricket nets and a soccer pitch
• Walking track, music room and quiet room
• Reliable Wi-Fi to stay connected with family

How to Apply

Please apply before 31 May 2026

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. 

If you are already employed directly by BHP, please log in using your BHP email address or apply via our internal jobs portal. 

Supporting a Diverse Workforce

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