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Date: 11 Aug 2026
Job Posting End Date:
Job Country: Australia
Job State/Province: South Australia
Job Location/Region: Prominent Hill
About Copper SA Operations at BHP
BHP is a global resources company operating across more than 90 locations worldwide. 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 Prominent Hill
Prominent Hill is a well-established copper‐gold operation within BHP's Minerals Australia portfolio, with a strong future and ongoing investment.
Located 650km north‐west of Adelaide, the site operates across underground and surface mining and is located on the traditional lands of the Antakirinja Matu‐Yankunytjatjara people. Prominent Hill produces one of the highest grades of copper concentrate in the world.
A major shaft project is supporting underground expansion and extending mine life to at least 2040, creating long‐term opportunities across the operation.
It's a technically complex site where you can build your skills, take on new challenges, and be part of a team where safety and looking out for each other matters. new challenges, and be part of a team where safety and looking out for each other matters.
About the Role
The Senior Backfill Engineer sits within the Technical Services department and provides leadership and subject matter expertise to support underground backfilling systems at Prominent Hill.
You will play a key role supporting Paste Fill and Rockfill operations, including backfill strategy, reticulation design, stope design interaction, and backfill performance optimisation.
This is an excellent opportunity to combine your team leadership background and technical expertise in backfill engineering within a collaborative, safety‐focused Technical Services environment.
The position is based at Prominent Hill on an 8/6 FIFO roster from Adelaide or Port Augusta.
In this role you will be responsible for :
- Reviewing and optimising paste fill mix designs based on exposure stability requirements and stope performance
- Monitoring backfill performance, including strength testing, QA/QC results, and stope reconciliations
- Providing technical input and governance for Paste Fill and Rockfill systems
- Design, review, and optimisation of paste fill reticulation systems, including layout, operating pressures, and capacity considerations
- Undertaking and reviewing paste fill flow modelling to support system performance,
Senior Backfill Engineer - Prominent Hill employer: BHP Group
BHP Group is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises safety and collaboration within its Copper SA Operations in Adelaide. Employees benefit from a structured 5:2 roster, providing a healthy work-life balance, alongside opportunities for professional growth through engagement with diverse technical and operational teams. With a commitment to innovative planning practices and a focus on employee well-being, BHP Group stands out as a rewarding place to build a meaningful career.
