Lead Principal Product Owner

Job title:

Lead Principal Product Owner

Company

BHP

Job description

About BHPAt BHP we support our people to grow, learn, develop their skills and reach their potential. With a global portfolio of operations, we offer a diverse and inclusive environment with extraordinary career opportunities. Our strategy is to focus on creating a safe work environment where our employees feel strongly connected to our values and objectives, and where the capability of our people is key to our success.Come and be a part of this success!About PotashThe Jansen project in Saskatchewan, Canada is set to become one of the largest potash mines in the world and is located approximately 140 kilometers east of Saskatoon. BHP’s CAD$14 billion (US$10.5 billion) investment in the Jansen project will deliver a potash mine in Saskatchewan designed to maximize sustainability. As the largest investment in Saskatchewan’s history, Jansen is expected to generate approximately 5,500 workforce opportunities during construction and 900 long-term roles.Jansen’s construction will take place over several years with first production planned for late 2026. Once fully ramped up, Jansen is expected to have an initial production capacity of approximately 8.5 million tonnes per annum (Mtpa), with the potential to produce 16 to 17 Mtpa in future stages. To find out more about Potash and the Jansen project, .PurposeThe Lead Principal Product Owner conceptualizes, plans, strategically prioritises and implements product(s).The Lead Product Owner is responsible for defining and delivering high-quality products that meet customer needs and drive business goals. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop product roadmaps, prioritize features, and ensure successful product launches. You will act as a key liaison between stakeholders and the development team to ensure that product vision is effectively translated into actionable tasks and successful outcomes.About the RoleTo be successful in this role, you will:

• Drive business improvement through the measurement of BHP’s performance.
• Plan, execute and manage the domains product’s development (COTS, SaaS & in house developed apps) throughout its lifecycle.
• Define the conception, development and implementation of a product.
• Enhance user experience by improving usability, accessibility and desirability of a design solution.
• Support the management of vendor/customer selection, contracts, and performance to maximise operational and financial outcomes and mitigate BHP’s exposure to risk.
• Identify, engage and manage a range of diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• Prioritise work effort and resources accordingly.
• Conduct presentations and facilitate workshops using storytelling to connect, influence and engage the audience.
• Define value drivers and determine the boundaries of an opportunity to determine if it is worth further investment.
• Source information, plan and conduct analysis to support evidence-based decision making.
• Determine the underlying cause of problems and evaluate multiple solutions to ensure a planned and structured approach to solving complex problems.

Work LocationThis position will be based in Saskatoon with regular visits to the Jansen mine site in Leroy, 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 domestic 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.About YouTo be considered, you will need:

• Tertiary qualification in engineering, or trade equivalent.
• A high degree of business acumen with deep understanding of project execution risks and Strong experience with vendor and contract management practices & processes.
• Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) Certification.
• Deep understanding of the requirements to effectively manage the end-to-end lifecycle of product(s).
• Experience with underground communications, technology infrastructure & mining systems.
• Experience with technology service management frameworks.
• Understanding of agile & waterfall project management methodologies.
• Experience leading teams and creating an environment of trust and collaboration.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) across relevant stakeholders to provide quick and accurate responses to all queries and relevant support as required.

Application DeadlineThis posting will be active until 11:59pm CST on September 20, 2024.About Our ProcessAt 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 a number of 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. The outcome of these checks is not determinative of whether or not BHP decides to make an offer of employment.Supporting a Diverse WorkforceAt BHP, we know that we are strengthened by diversity. We are an Equal Opportunity employer that is committed to making BHP a safe and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and be at their best every day. We are focused on creating a workforce that is more diverse and represents the communities where we work and live. providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We recognize that true diversity includes gender, age, race, disability status, sexual orientation, religion, neurodiversity, education levels, and many more aspects of your identity. BHP is committed to providing a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all. If you have a disability, we know that it may be helpful for us to adjust our process to make it equitable for your individual situation. If you would like to reach out to someone about your situation and our recruitment process, please email us at .At BHP, we aim to unlock the enormous potential that diverse and inclusive teams bring to the workplace, to leave a strong legacy within and beyond our operations for the generations to come.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.The marks the largest investment in Saskatchewan’s history, and with that growth will come significant employment opportunities. With first production projected to occur late in 2026, from now until the project fully ramps up there will be significant recruitment requirements over the coming months and years. To find out more about the project, hints and tips on our process and where a career with BHP Potash can take you, sign up to our talent updates .

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Location

Canada

Job date

Sun, 08 Sep 2024 00:55:09 GMT

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