Edgar Basto

I have extensive experience in the resources industry with a 30-year careers spanning multiple commodities in technical, operational, safety and sustainability roles in Australia, Colombia, Chile and Peru. I’m currently serving on BHP’s Executive Leadership Team as Chief Operating Officer, and in this role I’m committed to keeping our people safe and well, operating excellence and breakthrough performance. Prior to my current role, I’ve had a number of leadership roles across BHP, including Asset President of Western Australia Iron Ore (WAIO), Vice President Global HSEC, Chief Operating Officer for Base Metals Americas and Australia, Asset President Escondida and, most recently, Minerals Australia President. I’m passionate about people, performance and partnerships - collectively combining to create long-lasting and mutually beneficial social value in communities around the world.