Specialist HR (18-month term)

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1d • Hybrid

About The Position

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 ProjectImagine 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 largest and most sustainable potash mines on the planet. With a CAD$14 billion (US$10.5 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 in operation, 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 2025, 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.The Challenge AheadThe Specialist HRBP serves as a strategic partner to the business, leveraging data-driven insights and HR expertise to enhance organizational performance. This role focuses on:

Preparing and managing regular and ad-hoc HR reports, translating data into actionable insights that inform decision-making and drive business performance
Providing guidance on culture, talent, performance, reward, organizational design, and employee relations matters for new-to-industry programs
Strengthening talent pipelines by supporting the succession planning and talent calibration processes, ensuring leadership accountability and readiness for critical roles
Driving employee engagement initiatives through survey analysis, leadership enablement and action planning to improve engagement outcomes
Supporting the 1SAP system upgrade by participating in impact assessments, analysing training needs, designing curriculum, and coordinating training delivery for seamless adoption within the HR team and alignment to BHP’s global operating system
Ensuring strategic alignment of HR projects and initiatives by managing governance, timelines, and budgets, delivering initiatives efficiently and with high quality
Promoting operational excellence by participating in regular Field Leadership activities to standardize processes, strengthen controls, solve problems, and promote a culture of care, trust, and continuous improvement

Requirements

• Experience in HR business partnering, organizational development, or employee/labour relations.
• Ability to apply evidence‑based decision‑making, behavioural insights, and user‑centred design approaches.
• Strong analytical capability with the ability to translate data into insights and practical solutions.
• Skilled in stakeholder management, with the ability to build relationships, influence, and navigate complex environments.
• Confidence in delivering presentations, facilitating workshops, and using storytelling to engage audiences.
• Knowledge of employment law, HR frameworks, and organizational development principles.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and managing regular and ad-hoc HR reports, translating data into actionable insights that inform decision-making and drive business performance
• Providing guidance on culture, talent, performance, reward, organizational design, and employee relations matters for new-to-industry programs
• Strengthening talent pipelines by supporting the succession planning and talent calibration processes, ensuring leadership accountability and readiness for critical roles
• Driving employee engagement initiatives through survey analysis, leadership enablement and action planning to improve engagement outcomes
• Supporting the 1SAP system upgrade by participating in impact assessments, analysing training needs, designing curriculum, and coordinating training delivery for seamless adoption within the HR team and alignment to BHP’s global operating system
• Ensuring strategic alignment of HR projects and initiatives by managing governance, timelines, and budgets, delivering initiatives efficiently and with high quality
• Promoting operational excellence by participating in regular Field Leadership activities to standardize processes, strengthen controls, solve problems, and promote a culture of care, trust, and continuous improvement

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed