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Buyers (BHP / BMA)

BHP and BMA employees can register at any time to use the Local Buying Program for their procurement needs. Buyers will be required to validate their registrations via their BHP email. Once registered, buyers can source goods and services from Local Buying Program suppliers by raising Work Instructions.

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Buyers (Tier A Contractors)

Tier A Contractor employees can register at any time to use the Local Buying Program for their procurement needs. Buyers will be required to validate their registrations via their Tier A Contractor email. Once registered, buyers can source goods and services from Local Buying Program suppliers by raising Work Instructions.

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No such stemming of local opportunities released by MAC​

April 28th, 2023

Mt Arthur Coal Buyers was able to source 11,500 tonnes of high-quality blast hole stemming material from Singleton Stemming Services, a locally owned and operated business. Using the Local Buying Program, the BHP Buyer ensured that the material met … Discover more >

Local business contributes to renovation success ​

April 28th, 2023

Local franchise Office National Kalgoorlie struggled to connect with BHP, missing out on many business opportunities prior to the Local Buying Program (LBP) commencing in Nickel West. However, after meeting the eligibility criteria, they registered … Discover more >

Collaboration solves procurement set-backs

March 27th, 2023

The Facilities Maintenance teams at Nelson Point, Finucane Island and surrounding Port Hedland operations were facing challenges in completing planned tasks due to supply hold-ups and transportation related damages. These issues led to job … Discover more >

Coe’s Auto keep smelter vehicles running smoothly

March 27th, 2023

In 2022, four separate incidents occurred on the slag haulers which led to flash furnace downtime, resulting in a considerable production loss that cannot be recovered. In response, a rapid results program was initiated, which identified a need for … Discover more >

Balmoral Homestead hosts memorable Women’s Day event

March 27th, 2023

BHP Mt Arthur Coal's recent International Women's Day event at Balmoral Homestead in Muswellbrook was a big success thanks to the services provided by local catering company, Catering by Lorraine. Approximately 200 attendees were catered for with … Discover more >

Mens shed tables fantastic outcome for Kambalda

March 27th, 2023

Kambalda Concentrator's Projects and Engineering building refurbishment is well underway with a focus on engaging local businesses through the Local Buying Program. Local charitable organisations and clubs, such as the Kambalda Men's Shed, have been … Discover more >

Local businesses assist with empowering new BMA apprentices

March 27th, 2023

The BMA Work Readiness Program held in Emerald is a five-week course that provides new-to-industry apprentices with knowledge and training for a successful transition to the work site. The program broadens the apprentices' knowledge and skills with … Discover more >

$1 BILLION spent through BHP’s Local Buying Program

March 9th, 2023

BHP and C-Res have reached a milestone of $1 BILLION spent with 1,600 small businesses across Australia through the Local Buying Program. Since its inception in 2012, the Local Buying Program has encouraged better relationships between BHP … Discover more >

Olympic Dam embraces Indigenous Supply Australia

February 21st, 2023

Olympic Dam Mining were recently looking for alternate suppliers to replenish consumables being utilised on site, with a clear objective not to source from large out-of-region businesses. Indigenous Supply Australia (ISA) is a registered Indigenous … Discover more >

From little things, big things grow

February 21st, 2023

Mt Arthur Coal recently acknowledged and celebrated a special 35 Years of Service milestone.  Newly registered local Indigenous business, The Petal Folk, were engaged via BHP’s Local Buying Program to supply a special gift and deliver to site … Discover more >