Manager Ops Readiness | BHP Chile

About BHP

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 provides leadership and direction for the Selection, Definition and Execution phases of a Major Capital Project to create value and deliver approved business objectives, within scope, time, quality and budget constraints. All Project Studies must be carried out in accordance with the BHP Charter, BHP Business Requirements, Code of Conduct and relevant statutory obligations, in compliance with BHP Our Requirements and with a core commitment in the areas of health, safety, environmental responsibility and sustainable development. 

Core Accountabilities:

•    Demonstrates an understanding of the project specific financial and non-financial key value drivers (ie. CAPEX/OPEX/Production/Price/Risks & Uncertainties) and is consistently guided by them in making decisions.  
•    Understands that unlike operational settings, Projects will experience peaks and troughs in workload and team makeup and is able to manage accordingly. 
•    Constructively challenges, tests and scrutinise assumptions relevant to the project to align on a shared understanding of the assumption.
•    Demonstrated understanding of Project Execution Strategy and Planning best practice.
•    Uses the Study Work Plan as a guide to manage the collection of information by contributing functions for their area of scope. 
•    Demonstrates a practical understanding of the role of each contributing function (PC, HR, Engineering, HSS, Finance, etc) and uses this knowledge to both hold Functional contributors to account and drive effective integration activity between functions.  
•    Demonstrates efficiency, effectiveness in integrating the Scope of Work of each Function into the Project Scope. Avoids duplications, gaps or overlaps across the project.  
•    Establishes agreements with key Operations / Functions / Business decision makers for involvement / sponsorship.
•    Demonstrated ability to administer contract requirements across the study, manage contractor relationships and monitor performance and compliance to contractual terms and conditions to ensure the effective delivery of services/goods. 
•    Manages the governance (IPR) and authorisation process effectively avoiding unnecessary delay or confusions within and outside of the project. Effectively and proactively manages the expectations of stakeholders.

What we expect from you

Qualifications:
 
•    Tertiary qualifications in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Structural, Electrical), or other relevant Operational experience
•    10+ years’ experience in managing medium (US$20M to US$250M) to large (>US$250M) capital projects
•    Experience across all major capital project phases (identification, selection, definition and execution)
•    Leadership experience within Operational and Project settings across Minerals or Energy
•    Mine operations experience
•    EPCM as Project Execution Methodoly;
•    Schedule driven project;
•    Robust integrated project management mindset
•    Safety mindset (Team working, negotiation skills)
•    Fluency required in English and Spanish (Written and Spoken)

Location: According to the project stage.

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.