
About Copper SA Operations at BHP
BHP is a global resources company operating across more than 90 locations worldwide, with a purpose to improve lives and support a more sustainable future.
Through Copper South Australia (Copper SA), we are building a leading copper portfolio that supports the global energy transition, supplying materials essential for renewable energy, electric vehicles and digital infrastructure.
For you, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and help shape the future of one of Australia's leading copper businesses.
About Olympic Dam
Olympic Dam is Australia’s largest world-class underground mining operation, featuring a highly advanced on-site metallurgical processing plant in South Australia. It offers the opportunity to build a long-term career in a dynamic and future-focused environment.
As part of BHP, you’ll work at a large and complex site that produces copper, uranium, gold and silver, using modern technology and innovative practices.
Located approximately 560km north of Adelaide on the traditional lands of the Kokatha, Arabana and Barngarla people, Olympic Dam is a cornerstone asset within BHP’s Minerals Australia portfolio, known for its scale, innovation, and strong focus on safety and performance.
With ongoing investment, including over A$840 million in near-term growth capital, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, develop future-ready skills, and contribute to meeting the world’s increasing demand for copper and a more sustainable future.
About Olympic Dam
Olympic Dam is Australia’s largest world-class underground mining operation, featuring a highly advanced on-site metallurgical processing plant in South Australia. It offers the opportunity to build a long-term career in a dynamic and future-focused environment.
As part of BHP, you’ll work at a large and complex site that produces copper, uranium, gold and silver, using modern technology and innovative practices.
Located approximately 560km north of Adelaide on the traditional lands of the Kokatha, Arabana and Barngarla people, Olympic Dam is a cornerstone asset within BHP’s Minerals Australia portfolio, known for its scale, innovation, and strong focus on safety and performance.
With ongoing investment, including over A$840 million in near-term growth capital, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, develop future-ready skills, and contribute to meeting the world’s increasing demand for copper and a more sustainable future.
We currently have a vacancy for an Asset Protection Officer, reporting to the Security Lead.
The Challenge Ahead
Join our Security team at Olympic Dam and play an important role in helping protect one of Australia’s most significant mining and processing operations. As an Asset Protection Officer, you will contribute to the safe and efficient delivery of security services across both operational and village environments, helping to protect our people, assets and business operations.
This is a varied and hands-on role where no two days are the same. You will respond to security incidents, support access management processes, maintain site security controls and contribute to a safe, secure and welcoming environment for employees, contractors and visitors. Working closely with stakeholders across the business, you will also support compliance activities, operational priorities and continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen security outcomes across site.
Whether you bring experience from the mining industry, security services, emergency response, customer service or another operational environment, this role offers the opportunity to develop a broad range of capabilities while making a meaningful contribution to Olympic Dam’s success.
What You’ll Bring to the Role
You are someone who values safety, acts with integrity and enjoys working in a team-oriented environment. You have strong judgement, remain calm under pressure and take a professional approach to supporting both people and business outcomes.
To be successful in this role, you will bring
Security, mining or operational experience will be highly regarded; however, we also welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate transferable skills, a willingness to learn and a genuine commitment to safety and service.
Key Responsibilities
As an Asset Protection Officer, you will
Work Location
This role is based at Olympic Dam in South Australia and is offered on a 7/7 rotating roster, working both day and night shifts.
Flexible location options are available, including:
Why You’ll Love Working Here
At BHP, you’ll do meaningful work in an environment that supports you to perform at your best; on site and at home. That’s why our benefits are designed to support your health, your growth, and your personal balance:
Life at Olympic Dam
And so much more!
Applications close 5pm Friday 4th September 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 several checks which may be conducted to demonstrate applicants’ suitability for a role including police/criminal background checks, medical assessments, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right to work checks and/or reference checks.
We Support a Diverse Workforce
At BHP, we believe diversity makes us stronger. We’re committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where everyone is treated fairly and can thrive. Our workforce reflects the communities where we operate, and we value all aspects of identity; gender, age, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, neurodiversity, education, and more.
We ensure that our recruitment process is fair, accessible, and equitable. If you have a disability and need adjustments, please contact us at inclusion@bhp.com.

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