Specialist Continuous Improvement

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1d • Hybrid

About The Position

This Specialist drives continuous improvement across the Jansen value chain - from mining through processing, logistics, and customer delivery by systematically identifying and eliminating bottlenecks through data gathering, analysis, and structured problem solving. This role combines structured problem-solving with hands-on field engagement to uncover root causes, implement sustainable solutions, and embed a culture of operational excellence. Success means not only meeting production targets but continuously raising performance standards through data-driven insights and iterative improvement cycles.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial, Mining, or related technical discipline.
• Background in mining, processing operations, capacity modeling, and/or integrated planning.
• Strong skills in data gathering, cleansing, and analysis.
• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills for equipment performance and productivity.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement methodologies (PDCA, 5-Why, Fishbone).
• Proficiency using BI tools (Power BI/Tableau) to build operational dashboards and translate analysis into actionable insights.
• Demonstrated growth mindset—curiosity, reflective practice, ownership, accountability, and adaptability—with a track record of coaching others and embedding CI principles into daily routines.

Responsibilities

• Apply an understanding of end-to-end Value Chain to enhance efficiency, drive optimisation, and maximise value.
• Identify and eliminate bottlenecks across mining, hoisting, processing, and logistics using structured problem-solving.
• Engage in the field to validate issues, gather insights, and collaborate with operators and supervisors.
• Lead root cause analysis (5-Why, Fishbone) and implement sustainable solutions to prevent recurrence.
• Develop and maintain a Continuous Improvement pipeline aligned with ramp-up and steady-state production goals.
• Analyze equipment and productivity data (e.g., borers, hoists, conveyors) including data cleansing and preparation, and apply BHP’s Time Usage Model (TUM) to assess utilization and reliability.
• Develop performance metrics and benchmarks that align with ramp‑up and steady‑state goals, enabling consistent constraint management and improvement
• Help design dashboards and KPIs to visualize performance, track improvement impact and enable data-driven decisions.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, operations, and planning teams to integrate improvements.
• Support inputs and assumptions for integrated planning routines and capacity modeling.
• Standardize successful practices through visual management and documented procedures to sustain gains.
• Apply systems thinking and Theory of Constraints (TOC) to diagnose constraints and unlock capacity across mining, hoisting, processing, and logistics.

Benefits

• For those not living locally, BHP provides relocation assistance to the local Jansen area.
• you can enjoy the convenience and comfort of our onsite camp accommodation at Discovery Lodge during your shifts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level