Why is BHP splitting the President Americas role into two separate positions?

BHP is splitting the President Americas role into President North America and President South America 'to allow a greater focus on each region', as stated in the news body.

Who has been appointed President, North America, and what is her interim responsibility?

Jessica Farrell has been appointed President, North America, effective July 1; she 'will also serve as the President, South America, while recruitment for that role is completed.'

Mining behemoth BHP to split President Americas role into two positions

Jun 25, 2026

BHP announced it will split its President Americas role into North and South America positions to enhance regional focus. Jessica Farrell was appointed President North America, supporting incoming CEO Brandon Craig's growth agenda.

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