The Challenge Ahead:

We are seeking a Principal Geotechnical to join our Resource Centre of Excellence (RCoE), providing geotechnical assurance, capability uplift and trusted technical advice across BHP’s asset portfolio. Based in Santiago, Chile, you will play an integral role in global resource engineering processes, working across multiple sites and projects supporting Minerals Americas and, over time, Minerals Australia.

Reporting to the Geotechnical Manager, you will be part of a highly skilled team specializing in geotechnical characterization, open pit and underground mining, and stability analysis. As a technical expert without direct people management responsibilities, you will support assets in geotechnical rock mass characterization, stability assessments, monitoring practices and the transfer of best practices to improve decision quality, strengthen capability and support value creation across the business.

Come and be part of this success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement and promote the use of BHP Operating System (BOS) tools and methodologies within geotechnical processes.
• Build strong technical relationships and influence geotechnical practices across asset teams.
• Support geotechnical stakeholders to identify and realize value improvement opportunities while maintaining integrity assurance.
• Participate in geotechnical assurance processes and contribute to second line of defence activities.
• Identify and integrate opportunities for collaboration across teams and functions.
• Support the development of high-quality geotechnical and structural models that help prevent value erosion and strengthen operational decision-making.
• Develop standards and guidelines, promote their implementation, and provide assurance across the business.
• Support the management of mine geotechnical risks within the Technical Centre of Excellence under the direction of the Geotechnical Manager.
• Foster strong internal and external networks of geotechnical professionals, promoting a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Provide expert technical advice and collaborate closely with geotechnical teams across the asset portfolio.
• Contribute to the Geotechnical Technology Roadmap through innovation, research and technology initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement in geotechnical management practices through benchmarking and knowledge sharing.

What We Expect From You:

• Degree qualification in Geological Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• More than 10 years of experience within the mining industry.
• Experience using geotechnical software such as Vulcan, Leapfrog and Rocscience applications, with exposure to 3D stability analysis software considered advantageous.
• Proven ability to influence and collaborate with highly skilled mine planning and technical professionals across functions, geographies and organisational boundaries.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly and effectively.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• English and Spanish language skills are considered an advantage.
• Role based in Santiago, Chile.