About BHP Chile

At BHP Chile, our corporate office in Santiago is the strategic heart of our operations in the country. From here, we lead projects that drive responsible mining and innovation, connecting local impact with BHP’s global vision. We are part of a company dedicated to natural resources, present in more than 90 locations worldwide, committed to creating a more sustainable future.

Why BHP Chile?
 

Here, you’ll have the opportunity to grow in an organization that values diversity, fosters professional development, and invests in technologies that transform the mining industry. At BHP Chile, you can make a real impact on the community and the environment while building your career in a company recognized for its inclusive culture and commitment to the future.

The challenged Ahead

The purpose of this role is to provides leadership to direct and indirect HSS teams, developing and implementing tactical plans that support the achievement of project strategic objectives in Health, Safety, and Security.

Accountabilities with the biggest impact:

•    Designs safety programs tailored to the specific needs and realities of each project and, through the application of BOS, ensures continuous improvement and the achievement of defined HSS objectives.
•    Provides strategic HSS support to Project Directors and Project Managers, enabling sustainable decision-making across projects.
•    Effectively manages EPCM contractor(s) to ensure alignment with, and compliance with, BHP standards and requirements, thereby achieving excellence in HSS performance.
•    Engages and negotiates with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the successful implementation of HSS tactical plans.
•    Leads by example in demonstrating our values and, through leadership and influence, fosters a strong safety culture across work teams.
•    Identifies and assesses risks, makes risk informed decisions, uses BHP's risk management framework and builds a risk aware culture to support safe and productive performance outcomes.
•    Makes evidence based and strategic decisions in alignment with longer term business objectives.
•    Determines the underlying cause of problems and evaluates multiple solutions to ensure a planned and structured approach to solving complex problems.
•    Implement routines to ensure effective coordination and communication with Asset HSS teams.
•    Strives to achieve 100% safety, 100% customer value and 0% waste.
•    Experience in projects, either as a Safety professional or as a Project Leader. 
•    Experience in managing EPCM contracts within the mining industry. 
•    Experience in executive-level safety leadership roles.

What we expect from you

Requirements

•    Bachelor’s degree in health and safety management, Engineering or a related field.
•    Postgraduate studies desirable.
•    Extensive Project Management Exposure on the delivery of large Capital Projects desirable.
•    Operational: minimum of 10 years’ experience in capital projects and large mining operations, including responsibility for budgets at work team level.
•    Leadership: management experience leading medium sized teams for a minimum of 5 years. Proven contribution in establishing work plans and managing the delivery of those plans via effective leadership and management 
•     Demonstrated experience in executing technical HSS related work, including involvement in major change initiatives.
•    Demonstrated ability to negotiate with and influence both internal and external stakeholders at tactical and strategic levels.
•    Demonstrated verbal and written English/Spanish language proficiency

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At BHP Chile, we understand that to give your best, you need to feel your best. That’s why our benefits are designed to support you at every stage, caring for your health, driving your development, and promoting a real balance between your personal and professional life.

Professional Development: Continuous learning and real growth opportunities.

Compensation: Fair and competitive, reflecting your role, skills, and achievements.

Inclusive Culture: We promote a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and free to express their authentic identity.

Recognition: We reward your achievements through our global recognition program Big Thanks | Muchas Gracias.

About Our Process

At BHP, we hire people who align with our values and meet the role requirements. As part of the process, we may review compliance with minimum requirements.

If you already work at BHP, apply through the internal portal using your corporate email.

We Support a Diverse Workforce

We know diversity makes us stronger. That’s why we focus on creating a more diverse workforce that represents the communities where we operate and live, ensuring a workplace where everyone is included and treated with respect.

We are committed to a fair, equitable, and accessible selection process for all. If you have any type of disability, please write to inclusion@bhp.com so we can adjust our selection process and provide the necessary support.