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Jimblebar
An open-cut operation and the proving ground for several of BHP's most visible mining-technology programs.
- Commodity
- Iron ore
- Location
- Approximately 40 km east of Newman
- Traditional Country
- Nyiyaparli Country
- Opened / timing
- Operating hub
Site profile
How the operation fits the system.
Operations
Ore is mined and processed in the eastern Newman region before joining BHP's integrated rail and Port Hedland supply chain.
Ownership
BHP 85%; Mitsui and ITOCHU 15% combined
Automation & technology
Home to BHP's first fully autonomous truck operation and, in 2026, a trial of two Cat 793 XE battery-electric haul trucks.
Workforce context
Automation changes task mix rather than removing the need for people: controllers, maintainers, electrical specialists and field teams remain central.
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Financial context
Mine-level P&L is not publicly separated.
BHP's public reporting consolidates WAIO and Group performance. It does not provide a complete profit-and-loss statement for Jimblebar as a standalone business. For audited group financials, production context and the live ASX market link, use the parent BHP profile.
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