HR Business Partner - Mining Operations

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Vor Ort; ZAR 900.000 - 1.400.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical aid

Housing allowance

Provident fund

Performance bonus

Career progression opportunities

Training and development

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 seeks an experienced HR Business Partner to support mining operations near Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. The role focuses on talent management, employee engagement, industrial relations, and HR compliance within a demanding mining environment.

You will partner with mine leadership to drive HR strategies, manage the full employee lifecycle, and oversee performance, succession, and engagement initiatives while promoting a strong safety culture. Willingness to travel to site as required.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in HRM or Industrial Psychology.
• 8+ years HR experience, 4+ years as HRBP.
• Extensive industrial relations experience with unions.
• Strong knowledge of SA labor law incl. MHS Act.
• Willingness to work on site and travel as needed.

Aufgaben

• Partner with mine leadership to implement HR strategies aligned with operational goals.
• Manage the full employee lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, development and offboarding.
• Lead and manage industrial relations, including union negotiations and dispute resolution; ensure compliance with Mine Health and Safety Act.
• Oversee talent management, performance management, and succession planning.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and mining regulations; promote safety culture.
• Provide coaching to line managers on HR matters; manage HR budgets and resource allocation.
• Analyze HR data to provide insights to senior management.

Kenntnisse

Industrial relations

Talent management

Employee engagement

HR policy

Negotiation

HRIS

People leadership

Stakeholder management

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in HRM

Master's degree preferred

Tools

HRIS

MS Office

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a major player in the mining sector, is seeking a results-oriented HR Business Partner to support their operations near Nelspruit, Mpumalanga . This role is crucial for aligning HR strategies with the operational needs of the mine, focusing on talent management, employee engagement, industrial relations, and HR compliance within a challenging environment. You will serve as the primary HR contact for mine management and employees, driving initiatives that enhance productivity, safety, and employee well-being. This is a unique opportunity to work in a demanding yet rewarding industry, contributing to the success of critical national resources. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of mining operations, extensive experience in industrial relations, and a proactive approach to HR challenges. You will be instrumental in fostering a high-performance culture and ensuring a safe working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with mine leadership to develop and implement HR strategies that support operational goals.
• Manage all aspects of the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, development, and offboarding.
• Lead and manage industrial relations, including negotiations with unions, dispute resolution, and ensuring compliance with the Mine Health and Safety Act.
• Oversee talent management processes, including performance management, succession planning, and skills development.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant labor laws and mining regulations.
• Develop and implement employee engagement initiatives to foster a positive and productive workplace.
• Provide coaching and guidance to line managers on HR-related matters.
• Manage HR budgets and ensure efficient resource allocation for HR initiatives.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to safety protocols.
• Analyze HR data to provide insights and recommendations to senior management.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, or a related field. A Master's degree is advantageous.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 4 years as an HR Business Partner, preferably within the mining or heavy industrial sector.
• Extensive experience in industrial relations and managing relationships with labor unions is essential.
• Thorough knowledge of South African labor law, including the Mine Health and Safety Act and Mine and Works Act.
• Proven experience in talent management, performance management, and employee engagement.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote or site-based environment and travel as required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga or nearby mining regions is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in HRIS and standard office software.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package including medical aid, housing allowance, and a provident fund.
• This role offers the chance to work in a critical industry with significant impact.
• Opportunities for career progression within a large organization are substantial.
• A robust training and development program is available to enhance skills.
• The company prioritizes employee safety and well-being.
• Accommodation and transport provisions may be considered for this role.
• Performance-based bonuses are awarded.
• Opportunities to engage in strategic HR projects within the mining sector are plentiful.
• Regular site visits ensure connection with the workforce.