Principal Underground Innovation - Potash

About BHP

At BHP, we believe our purpose goes beyond mining: we work to improve lives and create a more sustainable future. We are a global resources company with operations in more than 90 locations worldwide.

In Canada, our presence is growing with the development of one of the most significant potash projects in the world; Jansen. This project reflects our long-term commitment to sustainability, community engagement, and economic growth.

About Potash and the Jansen Project

Imagine being part of something truly world-class, something that’s shaping the future of sustainable agriculture and responsible resource development. That’s what the Jansen Potash Project offers.

Located about 140 kilometers east of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Jansen is set to become one of the world’s largest potash mines. With a US$15.3 billion investment, it marks the biggest private investment in Saskatchewan’s history, and a bold step forward for BHP in Canada.

But Jansen is more than a mine; it’s a long-term opportunity to build something meaningful. During construction, it will create around 5,500 jobs and once operations are fully ramped up, 900 permanent roles. Whether you're looking to grow your career, contribute to a sustainable future, or be part of a legacy project, Jansen could be the place where it all begins.

Why BHP?

At BHP, we are transforming the way mining is done. We embrace innovation, sustainability, and inclusion to build a smarter, safer, and more human future.

We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2026, a testament to our dedication to fostering a positive, diverse, and rewarding work environment. At BHP, you’ll be part of a team that values safety, integrity, performance, and collaboration.

Work Location

This position will be based in Saskatoon, SK. The associated work schedule will be 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Hybrid working (flexible, shared workstations and a combination of office and work from home) is standard for BHP.

BHP offers relocation assistance to support the successful incumbent in transitioning, if required. Benefits offered as part of the relocation program include (but are not limited to) new home purchase assistance, temporary accommodations, home finding trip and a resettlement allowance.

The Challenge Ahead

As a Principal Tech Mining Engineering Potash, you will form part of the small BHP Invent global mining domain innovation team. You will report to the Manager Mining and Geotechnical and be responsible for the development and delivery of a balanced portfolio of concepts & technology innovations consolidated into the product development roadmaps. You will also provide relevant technical subject matter expertise working in close partnership with our assets and the broader BHP business, making BHP a more innovative, productive, safer, and more sustainable enterprise.

Accountabilities with the biggest impact:

• Development of Technology Product Roadmaps that meet asset requirements and unlock future growth and value across short, medium, and long-term horizons.
• Develop the technical risk-based learning plans, risk registers, budgets and demonstration plans for technologies to be effectively and efficiently developed through the innovation pipeline from early phases of maturity to be ready for onsite demonstration of technical, practical and economic viability
• Diagnose the change environment, defines and articulates the case for change, and determines the approach, tools and methods required to successfully deliver the change.
• Maintain a wide network of impact, integrates functions, operations and regions and solves complex challenges to drive strong functional/asset integration across BHP
• Apply an understanding of the business context, BHP operating model and ways of working to enhance decision making, productivity and value chain performance.
• Define value drivers and determines the boundaries of an opportunity to determine if it is worth further investment.
• Conduct presentations and facilitates workshops using storytelling to connect, influence and engage the audience.
• Plan, deliver and manage projects to generate value and drive the achievement of project outcomes.
• Identify and assesses risks, makes risk informed decisions, uses BHP's risk management framework and builds a risk aware culture to support safe and productive performance outcomes.
• Apply a scientific methodology to investigate various hypotheses or questions and draw inferences on possible solutions.

What You’ll Bring to the Role

• Mining Engineer (or similar) with 10+ years of experience, mostly in underground, mechanical potash mining. A wide range of operational and technology development exposure is preferred.
• A good knowledge of automation, geotechnical, geophysical, solution extraction and software development processes in mining is desirable.
• Passion for innovation and proven ability to identify and develop technologies from early phase through to onsite piloting using innovation methodologies.
• Relevant project management experience to develop and manage technical work programs with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Technical expertise to apply technical knowledge into system thinking, assess work program outcomes/results, and make data-driven and value-based recommendations for business decisions.
• Ability to think strategically and assess multiple future scenarios.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills and ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Graduate degree in Mining Engineering or related fields. Post graduate preferred.

Application Deadline

This posting will be active until 11:59pm CST on July 31, 2026.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At BHP, we understand that to bring your best, you need to feel your best. That’s why our benefits are designed to support your health, your growth, and your personal balance.

• Professional Development: Continuous learning and real opportunities for growth
• Compensation: Fair and competitive, reflecting your role, skills, and achievements
• Inclusive Culture: A workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and free to express their authentic identity

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, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right to work checks, and/or reference checks.

Why Not You?

With operations worldwide, BHP offers limitless opportunities. Whether it’s competitive benefits, international career pathways, or the chance to be part of a world‑class project like Jansen, at BHP you can shape a career that’s truly yours.

If you’re looking for a place where your work has purpose, your growth is supported, and your impact is real, this could be your next step.

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.

Based on existing demographics in our Potash project, preference in hiring will be given to qualified women and Indigenous peoples who self‑identify as such in the application process. This reasonable and justifiable measure has been implemented pursuant to section 56 of The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code, 2018.