About the Role:

As Principal of Innovation Delivery – JVs, you will be responsible for shaping and executing the innovation strategy in BHP’s Legacy Assets, Joint Ventures (JVs), and the Business Development function.

Acting as a strategic connector between operations and innovation, you will challenge conventional thinking and envision to redefine the future of mining. As part of a global, future focused team, you will bring a bold and collaborative mindset to unlock tomorrow’s resources while ensuring alignment with current needs and long-term operational goals.

You will work closely with Assets, Joint Ventures and functions leadership teams, TAD (Think and Act Differently), and other functional partners to ensure the effective identification, development, and integration of emerging technologies that transform how we operate.

About You:

• Experience in Mining or related fields in a managerial role (desired).
• Ability to manage cross-functional coordination and resolve complex issues across departments.
• Strong track record in building strategic relationships with senior leaders, operational teams, and technical experts.
• Demonstrated experience identifying early-stage opportunities where innovation can address business pain points or unlock new value.
• Strong strategic acumen to define key value drivers and evaluate boundaries of an opportunity before recommending investment.
• Understanding of the day-to-day realities of operational sites, with the ability to navigate competing priorities and influence adoption of innovation initiatives.
• Proven ability to support successful on-site demonstration projects in collaboration with other teams to drive value realization (desired).