Sr. Human Resources Generalist

Hudbay Minerals U.S. Business Unit; Sahuarita (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hudbay Minerals U.S. Business Unit in Arizona is seeking a Senior HR Generalist to administer site HR functions at Copper World project near Sahuarita. You will advise site management, ensure legal compliance, execute HR policies, manage employee relations, and help scale the workforce.

The role requires a Bachelor's in HR/Business and at least 5 years of HR experience in mining/construction/manufacturing, plus HRIS proficiency. Local candidates preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HRM, business administration, or a related discipline.
• Minimum five years of HR experience in mining/construction/manufacturing sites.
• Strong knowledge of EEO and labor compliance.
• Proficient with HRIS systems and data integrity.
• Experience handling employee relations and investigations.

Responsibilities

• Administer site-related HR responsibilities and align with broader business initiatives.
• Collaborate with the Director of HR to localize policies and plans.
• Oversee recruiting and staffing to scale the workforce.
• Maintain HR files and records per legal and company requirements.
• Resolve conflicts through investigations and disciplinary guidance.
• Support shifting operational needs in a fast-paced project environment.

Skills

Employee relations

Compliance knowledge

Data management

Dispute resolution

Recruitment & staffing

Policy development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HRM / Business

Tools

HRIS

Job description

About Hudbay

Hudbay (TSX, NYSE: HBM) is a copper-focused mining company with three long-life operations and a world-class pipeline of copper growth projects in tier‑one mining‑friendly jurisdictions of Canada, Peru, and the United States.

Role Title

Senior Human Resources Generalist

Reports To

Director of HR

Job Type

Full Time, Regular

Location

Helvetia, Az

Mission

To create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging our core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.

This role will be located at the Copper World Project, approximately 45 minutes southwest of Tucson near Sahuarita, Arizona.

Purpose Of Role

Reporting to the Director of HR, the Senior HR Generalist will administer all site‑related Human Resources responsibilities at our Copper World project in Helvetia, Arizona. Serving as a key advisor to site management, this position is essential in ensuring compliance with government regulations, executing HR policies, managing employee relations, and scaling the site workforce. To be successful in this dynamic environment, the ideal candidate must have proven local site experience within the mining, construction, or manufacturing industries.

Role Accountabilities

• Administer all site‑related HR responsibilities and operational needs, ensuring alignment with broader business initiatives.
• Partner with the Director of HR to develop, review, localize, and roll out company policies, site‑specific objectives, and strategic plans.
• Liaise on recruiting and staffing processes to scale the workforce.
• Maintain all site HR files and records in accordance with legal requirements, company policies, and business unit procedures.
• Manage conflict resolution effectively by addressing site employee disputes, executing thorough investigations, and advising on disciplinary actions.
• Perform other related duties as assigned, maintaining the flexibility needed to support shifting operational needs in a fast‑paced project environment.

Minimum Qualifications And Education

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Business Management, or a related discipline.
• Experience: A minimum of five (5) years of Human Resources experience is required.
• Industry Experience: Demonstrated understanding and experience in multiple HR disciplines within a mine, construction, or manufacturing site, or a similar operation.
• Technical Proficiency: HRIS Experience
• Compliance Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of current employment laws, regulations, and policies concerning equal employment opportunity (EEO) and general labor compliance.
• Soft Skills: Strong cross‑checking, auditing, and data management abilities, paired with exceptional dispute resolution and investigation skills to effectively manage site‑level employee relations.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Other Requirements

Physical – The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities may be required for this position.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment will necessitate work near moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions such as hot and/or dry conditions. Work will be conducted in locations where noise, fumes, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration may exist.

Employee must be able to prove that he/she has a current and valid driver's license.

Why Hudbay?

• At Hudbay, our values of Dignity & Respect, Caring, Openness, and Trustworthiness are embedded into our culture by the way we work and how we interact with one another.
• We pride ourselves in providing our employees with competitive total rewards that include:
• Annual performance bonuses
• Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits for you and your family.
• Company paid Life insurance, AD&D, Short- & Long-term Disability.
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
• An Employee Share Purchase Plan with contribution matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off, paid sick time and holiday pay.
• Regular performance appraisals to acknowledge our employees for their contributions, strengths and work well done.

Hudbay is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates may be required to undergo educational and criminal background checks. Chosen candidates will be required to successfully pass a physical and drug screening.