Business Partner

Senior Business Partner - People & Culture

About us

From humble beginnings in 2010, Evolution Mining is now a leading gold producer, operating six mines across Australia and Canada. Enacting our vision to be inspired people creating a premier global gold company, we are indeed a bold team with a bright future. Our operational diversity offers our employees access to many experiences and career opportunities within the one company. So, whether you choose to work at one of our underground or open pit operations, explore for our future as part of our Discovery team, or join our Group Office, we know you’ll have a bright future with us. 

About Red Lake

Evolution’s star is rising in Red Lake

At Red Lake, our people have many career and growth opportunities and a bright future. With three underground mines and two processing plants all within the one site, Red Lake is one of the highest-grade gold deposits in Canada. The operational diversity and complexity at Red Lake, along with outstanding exploration potential, opens the door to many career possibilities and highlights working with us. 

Located in Northwestern Ontario, we encourage our people to live local in the stunning community of Red Lake, where you can enjoy the outdoor lifestyle and adventures the region is renowned for. It’s very special that our town and operations are all close by, so it really does feel like one big community. 

About the role

The Senior Advisor – People & Culture providing a high level of professional human resources advice and assistance to the site P&C leadership (Superintendent and Manager) and other departmental managers.  The main function of the position is to coordinate the efficient and effective delivery of routine HR operational services and ad-hoc requirements, while also leading the implementation of site and Group P&C initiatives.

The position will be on a 5 days on / 2 days off / 4 days on / 3 days off roster and will be based residentially in Red Lake, Ontario (NO FIFO/NO CAMP).  We offer a competitive salary, bonus structure and future growth. The compensation range for this position is $130,000 - $150,000 CAD. 

Key result areas in this role include:

• Provide a high-level of support to the Superintendent P&C and the Manager P & C and assist in developing and implementing departmental strategic business objectives
• Development, review and communication of Group and site HR policies and procedures
• In conjunction with Group Recruitment, coordinate site recruitment and selection processes and provide advice and support to Hiring Leads
• Provide expert advice and operational support in areas such as performance management, disciplinary procedures, grievance investigation and resolution, and application of P&C policies and procedures
• Assist to manage the site annual performance review and talent management process
• Conduct induction/orientation processes for new employees to ensure they fully understand their new work areas and general administration processes and procedures
• Participate in various P&C projects and initiatives, leading specific projects where required
• Coordinate and support various site wide training and career development initiatives including leadership development programs, graduate programs, vacation student programs, and apprentice/trainee programs
• Provide P&C leadership with accurate information for weekly, monthly and quarterly reporting, including participating in budget planning and review
• Communicate and/or escalate, in a prompt manner, any issues or areas of concern where such issues may impact on the P&C function and/or the site
• Maintain effective relations with payroll and ensure the coordination and efficient management of the site payroll function including timely and accurate instructions for monthly pay changes, routine reporting and audit compliance
• Assist Health & Safety department with injury management and workers compensation claims when required
• Prepare for, and attend, weekly P&C team meetings to communicate progress on projects and initiatives and inform the P&C team of any matters of concern
• Provide advice and assistance on relocations and employee housing matters, including the coordination of housing allocations and movements as required from time to time
• Ensure compliance with relevant health, safety, security and environmental policies, procedures and guidelines
• Consistently demonstrate leadership through behaviours aligned with the Evolution Mining core values and leadership principles

About you

As a Senior Advisor – People & Culture, you will ideally have at minimum a College Diploma related to Human Resources, Business Administration, Law, or other related fields. CHRP/CHRL designation is not required but is considered desirable. 

It is also important that you have/ can demonstrate:   

• Valid Driver's License and access to a reliable vehicle
• Previous Human Resources experience in Mining Industry is desirable 
• Previous experience using HRIS (Success Factors) is also considered an asset
• Understanding of Employment Standards Act, Human Rights legislation, Occupational Health and Safety Act, and other relevant legislations
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Adaptive and responsive to change with the ability to handle a fast paced work environment
• Excellent computer skills
• Experience with accounting, budgeting, and remuneration process is also desirable 

Deadline: Open until filled

We thank you for taking the time to submit your application. For more information, you can contact jeannette.dupasquier@evolutionmining.com.  

External candidates can apply online by visiting https://careers.evolutionmining.com.au

Internal candidates must apply through ERROLL under internal vacancies and inform your supervisor.

We want your perspective and ideas to help us find better ways to build our team. You can be part of a committed, highly skilled team who will appreciate what you bring to the table. You will set and achieve goals and make decisions that matter, as together we help shape and contribute to the Evolution vision.  As an equal opportunity employer, Evolution is committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.  We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.  Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.