Senior Human Resources Business Partner
Job no: 502752
Work type: Permanent Full Time
Location: Dugald River Mine
We are MMG and we mine for progress.
At MMG, our vision is to create a leading international mining company for a low carbon future.
We mine for progress to create wealth for our people, host communities and shareholders with an ambition to grow and diversify our resource, production and value.
Our aim is to create a workplace that encourages diversity, inclusion and supports our people to grow. We are guided by our values; think safety first, respect each other, work together, do what we say, and we want to be better. We recognise the unique value your contribution makes to the progress of our company and the communities in which we operate.
Dugald River mine is one of the world’s top 10 Zinc mine operations, which has been producing zinc concentrate for customers around the world since 2017.
The mine is committed to a low-carbon future. In April 2023 the Dugald River Solar Farm began operations, supplying a third of the mine’s power, and reducing emissions by 33% and this is just the start of its renewable energy transition.
Dugald River employs around 800 employees and contractors on a mix of fly-in, fly-out and local residential basis.
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
Reporting to the Manager – Human Resources & Training, the Senior Human Resources Business Partner will play a critical role in providing strategic and operational HR support at Dugald River Mine (DRM). This position partners closely with site leadership to deliver and embed HR initiatives aligned with DRM’s business objectives and operational needs.
This position would suit a confident and collaborative HR professional who thrives in a high energy mining environment, brings solid experience managing ER matters, enjoys engaging a diverse workforce and being involved across all facets of generalist HR.
- Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Employee/Industrial Relations, or a related business discipline, with demonstrated experience in delivering operational HR support.
- Strong understanding of contemporary HR principles, core functions, and responsibilities, including performance management and workforce planning.
- Sound knowledge of industrial relations frameworks and legislation, with experience interpreting and supporting Enterprise Agreement negotiations.
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organisation.
- Ability to work independently and proactively.
This is a permanent position on a roster of 8 days on, 6 days off/ 4 days on, 3 days off, with potential flexible working options considered. Various transport arrangements are available including:
- Daily Bus in Bus out (BIBO) from Cloncurry.
- Drive in Drive out (DIDO) from Mount Isa. Or,
- Fly in Fly out (FIFO) from Townsville or Brisbane.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support effective, value-driven HR service delivery.
- Provide expert advice and training to leaders on key HR systems and processes, including workforce management, performance management, employee relations, and grievance handling.
- Partner with leaders to manage employee grievances and disciplinary matters in line with MMG policies and legislative requirements, including conducting investigations and facilitating fair outcomes.
- Support line managers with all aspects of performance management, including setting SMART objectives and driving ongoing development.
- Contribute to key HR initiatives and projects such as diversity & inclusion, change management, and employee engagement.
- Assist with the delivery of key people processes, including performance reviews, annual remuneration reviews, workforce budgeting, and cost planning.
- Collaborate closely with the wider HR team across Dugald River, Rosebery, and MMG Group Office to ensure alignment and knowledge sharing.
What we offer
Remuneration for this role includes a competitive salary package, annual bonus and generous local allowances for employees living in the local community of Cloncurry and Mt Isa.
On-site accommodation at Dugald River is provided in fully air-conditioned en-suite rooms and includes meal service and room cleaning. The village features, communal media facilities including 4G coverage, onsite Medical Centre, sporting facilities, swimming pool and gym facilities.
MMG also provides the following generous benefits for employees living in the local community of Cloncurry & Mt. Isa
- Gym/PCYC membership
- Access to MMG Charter flights to Brisbane and Townsville for family/leisure purposes
- Financial support for families where children attend boarding school
- Retention payment for long term Cloncurry residents
MMG is committed to supporting our local communities of Cloncurry Shire and Mount Isa City Council Local Government Areas. MMG encourages local residents to apply for opportunities at Dugald River. We also support successful candidates to relocate to the region and provide a generous relocation package.
We are an equal opportunity employer who values and respects diversity. If you share our values and feel that you could make a meaningful difference in this role, please apply online. To know more about MMG please visit our webpage https://www.mmg.com/
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