HR Manager

Human Resources Manager
 
Company Overview
Our client is a gold-focused mining company operating in Brazil, known for its commitment to sustainable mining practices and a strong track record in exploration and development. The company manages a portfolio of high-quality assets, including significant gold reserves, and employs advanced extraction and environmental preservation techniques. Dedicated to maximizing resource potential and fostering economic growth, it emphasizes responsible mining, safety, and community engagement. With a deep understanding of the Brazilian mining landscape, the company continues to grow its operational footprint and maintain its reputation as a respected leader in the industry.
 
Job Summary
Reporting to the General Manager, the Human Resources Manager is responsible for providing strategic and comprehensive Human Resources support to the organization. This role involves a combination of strategic thinking, advisory services, employee relations, and policy implementation.
 
Accountabilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
 

• Recruitment and Onboarding:
  • Manage the full recruitment cycle, from job posting to interviews and hiring decisions.
  • Coordinate onboarding processes, ensuring new employees are well-integrated into the company.
• Employee Relations:
  • Act as a liaison between management and employees, addressing concerns and resolving conflicts.
  • Foster a positive working environment through communication and engagement initiatives.
  • Interpret and administer union agreements, ensure that HR policies and practices comply with union agreements, negotiating changes where necessary.
  • Collaborate with union representatives. Maintain open lines of communication with union representatives to address labor disputes, grievances, and other employee concerns in line with the collective bargaining agreement.
  • Handle collective bargaining. Assist in collective bargaining negotiations, ensuring that company policies align with union demands while protecting company interests.
• Payroll and Benefits Administration:
  • Oversee payroll processes, ensuring accurate and timely payment.
  • Manage employee benefits such as health insurance, pensions, and leave policies.
• Training and Development:
  • Identify training needs and coordinate development programs to improve employee skills.
  • Monitor and evaluate the success of training initiatives.
• Performance Management:
  • Develop and implement performance review systems.
  • Work with managers to set employee goals and assess their performance.
• Compliance and Legal:
  • Ensure the company complies with Brazilian labor laws, union agreements, and international standards.
  • Collaborate with legal teams to ensure that union agreements and labor laws are properly interpreted and applied. Handle employment contracts and maintain up-to-date HR records.
  • Assist foreign employees with work visa applications, ensuring all documents are processed correctly and timely.
  • Liaise with government agencies and legal teams to ensure compliance with immigration laws.
• Organizational Development:
  • Support organizational changes, such as restructuring or expansions.
  • Work on succession planning and talent management strategies.
• HR Policy Development:
  • Develop and implement HR policies that align with company objectives and legal requirements.
  • Update employee handbooks and internal regulations as necessary.

 
Requirements
The ideal candidate must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of minimum of ten (10) years of relevant experience in the human resources field, including three (3) years in management/senior role.
• Strong knowledge of Brazilian labor laws
• Experience working with unions and collective bargaining processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Portuguese and English.
• Proven Leadership abilities.

 
Additional information

• Permanent position
• Position based in Belo Horizonte with regular travel to the project or mine site.
• Competitive benefits, bonus, and group insurance.

 
The Rewards
The position offers a competitive remuneration package
 
Contact us
Please apply directly by submitting your resume, preferably as a Microsoft Word document