New BHP (BHP) CEO reshapes global executive leadership team

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

BHP Group Limited outlines changes to its executive leadership team as new Chief Executive Officer Brandon Craig prepares to take charge on 1 July 2026. The existing President Americas role will be split into President North America and President South America to give more focused regional oversight.

Jessica Farrell is appointed President North America effective 1 July 2026 and will also act as interim President South America while recruitment for that position continues. From 1 September 2026, current Chief Operating Officer Edgar Basto becomes Chief Enterprise Performance Officer, retaining responsibility for health, safety, security and the BHP Operating System while driving contractor safety and operating discipline.

On the same date, President Australia Geraldine Slattery will add responsibility for Copper South Australia, bringing all Australian operating assets under her leadership. The filing lists the full Executive Leadership Team under incoming CEO Brandon Craig as of 1 September 2026.

Key Terms

Form 6-K, Executive Leadership Team, Chief Enterprise Performance Officer, President North America

4 terms

Form 6-K regulatory

"Form 6-K REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16"

A Form 6-K is a report that companies listed in certain countries file to provide important updates, such as financial results, corporate changes, or other significant information, to regulators and investors. It functions like an official company update or news release, helping investors stay informed about developments that could affect their investment decisions.

Executive Leadership Team financial

"As a result of the changes, the Executive Leadership Team (in addition to Brandon Craig"

The executive leadership team is a group of top managers responsible for making key decisions and setting the overall direction of an organization. They include the highest-ranking executives, such as the CEO and CFO, who work together like a team of captains guiding a ship. For investors, this team’s experience and decisions can significantly influence the company's success and stability.

Chief Enterprise Performance Officer financial

"Chief Enterprise Performance Officer Edgar Basto, current Chief Operating Officer, will remain"

President North America financial

"President North America Jessica Farrell has been appointed President North America effective 1 July 2026"

FAQ

What changes to the executive leadership team does BHP (BHP) announce?

BHP announces a reshaped executive leadership team under incoming CEO Brandon Craig. The President Americas role is split, new responsibilities are assigned to senior leaders, and a refreshed structure is set to take effect on 1 July and 1 September 2026.

Who is becoming BHP (BHP) President North America and when is it effective?

Jessica Farrell is appointed President North America effective 1 July 2026. She currently serves as Vice President Innovation and previously led Western Australia Nickel, bringing more than 20 years of operational, strategic and stakeholder experience across multiple commodities and jurisdictions.

How will BHP (BHP) manage the President South America role during recruitment?

BHP states that Jessica Farrell will act as President South America on an interim basis from 1 July 2026. She will hold this responsibility while recruitment for a permanent President South America is completed, ensuring leadership continuity across both American regions.

What is the new role of BHP’s Edgar Basto from 1 September 2026?

From 1 September 2026, Edgar Basto moves from Chief Operating Officer to Chief Enterprise Performance Officer. Reporting to the CEO, he will oversee Health, Safety and Security, the BHP Operating System, contractor safety and embedding operating discipline and performance across the enterprise.

How is BHP (BHP) reorganising its Australian operations in this update?

President Australia Geraldine Slattery will continue in her role and also assume responsibility for Copper South Australia from 1 September 2026. This change brings all Australian operating assets together under her leadership, consolidating oversight of BHP’s Australian operational footprint.

When will the new BHP Executive Leadership Team structure be in place?

The updated Executive Leadership Team structure is described as effective as at 1 September 2026. Certain changes, such as Brandon Craig becoming CEO and Jessica Farrell’s appointment as President North America, begin on 1 July 2026, ahead of the full team realignment.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

Form 6-K

REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER

PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

26 June 2026

BHP GROUP LIMITED

(ABN 49 004 028 077)

(Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter)

VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA

(Jurisdiction of incorporation or organisation)

171 COLLINS STREET, MELBOURNE,

VICTORIA 3000 AUSTRALIA

(Address of principal executive offices)

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Exchange release

26 June 2026

BHP Executive leadership team update

BHP announces updates to the executive leadership team.

On 18 March 2026, the BHP Board announced that Brandon Craig will become Chief Executive Officer and a Director of BHP Group Limited on 1 July 2026. BHP now announces changes to the executive leadership team.

Incoming BHP Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Brandon Craig said:

“These new appointments ensure that we continue to build organisational capacity, with the right mix of skills, experience and perspectives to deliver BHP’s strategy and pursue our growth agenda. The President Americas role will be split into President North America and President South America. This will allow a greater focus on each of these regions. Our operating environment is increasingly complex, but also rich in opportunity for companies that are best able to positively engage stakeholders, deploy capital to the right opportunities in a disciplined way and deliver safe, reliable operational performance.

As incoming CEO, I look forward to leading the talented people who make BHP a great company and I am confident that the new appointments will support BHP’s progress in strategy, operating performance, growth and our differentiated approach to social value creation – all in support of strong long-term shareholder returns.”

President North America

Jessica Farrell has been appointed President North America effective 1 July 2026. Jess is currently Vice President Innovation, and prior to this was Western Australia Nickel Asset President. Jess has more than 20 years of experience across a range of commodities and jurisdictions holding senior roles at BHP. Jess brings a strong combination of operational leadership, strategic implementation, and partnership experience. She has a proven track record of navigating complex transitions while prioritising safety, employee and community outcomes.

Jess will also act in the position of President South America as recruitment is completed for that role.

The following changes will take effect on 1 September 2026:

Chief Enterprise Performance Officer

Edgar Basto, current Chief Operating Officer, will remain on the Executive Leadership Team, and reporting to the CEO, as Chief Enterprise Performance Officer. In this new capacity Edgar will remain accountable for BHP’s Health Safety and Security and the BHP Operating System (BOS). In addition, Edgar will be accountable for strengthening contractor safety and further embedding operating discipline and performance across the enterprise.

President Australia

Geraldine Slattery will continue as President Australia and will assume responsibility for Copper South Australia, bringing all of the Australian operating assets together under her leadership.

BHP Executive Leadership Team

As a result of the changes, the Executive Leadership Team (in addition to Brandon Craig, incoming CEO) will be as follows as at 1 September 2026:

Chief Enterprise Performance Officer           Edgar Basto

BHP Group Limited ABN 49 004 028 077

Chief Legal, Governance and External Affairs Officer:		Caroline Cox
President North America:		Jessica Farrell (from 1 July 2026)
President South America:		Jessica Farrell (interim from 1 July 2026)
Chief Financial Officer:		Vandita Pant
Chief Development Officer:		Catherine Raw
President Australia:		Geraldine Slattery
Chief Commercial Officer:		Rag Udd
Chief Technical Officer:		Johan van Jaarsveld
Chief People Officer:		Jad Vodopija
Authorised for release by Stefanie Wilkinson, Group Company Secretary.

BHP Group Limited ABN 49 004 028 077

Contacts

Media		Investor Relations
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Australia and Asia		Australia and Asia
Gabrielle Notley		John-Paul Santamaria
+61 411 071 715		+61 499 006 018
Europe, Middle East and Africa		Europe, Middle East and Africa
Amanda Saunders		Adam Sanderson
+44 7887 468 926		+44 7884 735 515
North America		Americas
Megan Hjulfors		Li Hua
+1 403 605 2314		+1 647 828 9830
Latin America
Renata Fernandez
+56 9 8229 5357
BHP Group Limited
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BHP Group Limited ABN 49 004 028 077

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

						BHP Group Limited
Date: 26 June 2026				By:		/s/ Stefanie Wilkinson
				Name:		Stefanie Wilkinson
				Title:		Group General Counsel and Group Company Secretary