We are excited to announce a new job opportunity within our organisation for the role of Specialist Indigenous Support Liaison (ISL). Join our team to help shape the future at Mt Arthur Coal by taking a leading role in delivering a positive employee experience for the Indigenous workforce at BHP.

About Us

At BHP, we aim to foster a culturally safe, respectful, and supportive environment for Indigenous employees that meets their workplace, social and cultural needs. Our commitment to Traditional Owner groups and Indigenous communities goes beyond mere words, and the company continually strives to improve its practices and outcomes. By working closely with Traditional Owner groups and Indigenous peoples, and respecting their rights and cultures, BHP aims to create a positive and lasting change.

About Mt Arthur Coal

BHP’s Mt Arthur Coal is the largest individual coal production site in the region.

Located less than 5 kilometres from Muswellbrook, NSW we produce high quality, clean energy coal for international and domestic customers. Mt Arthur Coal can offer experience and great career development opportunities.

About this Role

The Specialist ISL works alongside Leaders to improve the experience of Indigenous-identified employees in Mt Arthur Coal, while also contributing to enhanced cultural safety and wellbeing across the workplace.

In this role, you will:

• Serve as a key point of contact for Indigenous employees, through the provision of personalised support and advice to improve employee experience.
• Advocate for Indigenous perspectives and cultural capability.
• Champion the application of the BHP Indigenous Cultural Safety Framework (ICSF) and support other Indigenous employee-focused initiatives aligned to the Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), and cultural safety and wellbeing broadly.
• Work alongside leaders and employees on Indigenous social, cultural and recognition matters for site level activities.
• Where Indigenous employee and/or site needs intersect with local communities, partner with Indigenous Engagement to facilitate any necessary engagement with Prescribed Bodies Corporate (PBCs), Traditional Owner corporations and local communities.

Qualifications & Skills to be successful in this role

• Experience in engaging with diverse stakeholders including diverse cultures and/or Indigenous peoples.
• An understanding of and experience in the mining sector and BHP’s operating environment is recommended but not mandatory.
• Relevant vocational, TAFE or University qualifications (e.g. HR/ER, healthcare, community development) are recommended but not mandatory.
• Previous experience in a similar role in case management, advocacy, community development or human services is recommended but not mandatory.

Location

This opportunity is being offered on a residential basis in the beautiful Hunter Valley region of NSW. Part-time or full-time options can be considered.

How to Apply

Please apply before 16 September 2024