People Partner - Yellowknife, Canada - De Beers Group

Description

Reporting to the SVP HRBP Managed Operations & Technical for De Beers Group globally (based in South Africa), this position will focus into the Canadian mining business with strategic leaders, providing insight and advising and supporting through business change projects and leadership challenges, while aligning with the business' strategic objectives. The People Partner (HR Business Partner) for Managed Operations & Technical in Canada will work primarily with the leadership team at the Gahcho Kué Mine site in the Northwest Territories as well as other Technical and operational leaders in Canada to regularly review their talent and strategic people needs, while influencing and challenging leaders to drive a sustainable, high performing culture. The People Partner works closely with the People Operations team in Canada to deliver on those strategic initiatives in alignment with the Company and Group HR strategy and goals.

This position requires a strategic focused, resourceful and reliable individual who can work in a fluid environment while managing multiple priorities. Experience and familiarity with operations at a remote site is preferable. The position could be based at the Gahcho Kué Mine site in the Northwest Territories on a fly-in/fly-out, four day on three day off rotation (on an employee charter flight from Yellowknife (living in Yellowknife)). The position may also be based at the Calgary Support Centre located at the Calgary Airport Corporate Centre, with regular travel to the mine site. The Calgary office currently works a hybrid schedule, Monday to Friday with both in-office days and working from home days.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Partnering with business leaders to develop the HR strategic plan as it relates to Managed Operations (mining operations) and Technical groups in Canada, leading collaborative efforts to deeply understand business objectives and develop targeted people strategies that align with these goals;
• Designing and driving the implementation of sophisticated HR strategies that proactively support evolving business needs and address business challenges;
• Recommending, advising and implementing organizational structures to meet critical needs of the business and in alignment with global Managed Operations, Technical and Group direction;
• Offering expert advisory support to senior management on complex HR issues, policy guidance and strategic decision making, employing relevant industry and commercial expertise;
• Championing change management initiatives, providing leadership support during periods of organizational transition;
• Developing and overseeing comprehensive operational workforce plans with the leadership team at the mine site and providing input to the budgeting process from a staffing perspective;
• Developing collaborative relationships with the business leadership teams, to understand the day-to-day business needs and challenges, site/location specific culture, hiring processes and compensation practices;
• Working closely with the HR Advisors and Talent Acquisition team to ensure workforce plans are executed, meeting the needs of the business requirements on approved budgeted headcount;
• Leading and supporting the business leaders in creating and maintaining a highly engaged workforce and culture, with a focus on sustainability and positive community relations;
• Monitoring trends within Human Resources to identify enhancements or changes to current strategy, policies or programs;
• Monitoring effectiveness and impacts of programs and policies and making recommendations for enhancements (such as disability management, rewards programs, shift rotations, learning, inclusion and diversity, Human Rights, Standing with Women and Girls) in alignment with our Building Forever initiatives within Canada;
• Monitoring and evaluating legal compliance, Group HR policies and procedures to ensure corporate governance;
• Leading talent management and succession planning for Canada, implementing talent programs from the Group HR COE and progression plans with the HR Advisors, while facilitating the maintenance of talent CV's in accordance with succession plans;
• Supporting the business through the annual Performance Management Program, including the alignment of Group and Mine Site goals, setting of individual goals and development plans, performance conversations, setting performance ratings and compliance to related mandatory training and annual bonus outcomes;
• Serving as a senior point of contact for employee concerns, coaching and guiding leaders and HR Advisors on performance and disciplinary/corrective actions as well as terminations, following guidelines, policies and best practices;
• Managing complex employee relations issues, upholding legal compliance and best practice, while mentoring the HR Advisors in these areas;
• Adhering to De Beers Group safety, health and environmental values, policies and systems, supporting SHE objectives and promoting employee wellness;
• Support in ensuring active participation in Employee Engagement Surveys and working with leaders to develop sustainable local actions plans with key follow through timelines, striving to create an engaged culture through various programs and initiatives driven through Group or locally;
• Leading analytical projects to derive deep insights from key metrics ad forecast business and departmental needs, developing detailed report and presentation that drive strategic decisions;
• Supporting the HR Advisors, Analysts and Payroll to provide day-to-day HR support for the Gahcho Kué Mine Site; and
• Working with the Group Centre of Excellence, People Partnering teams, Head of People Services for North America, HR Managers, and HR Advisors to support the achievement of HR objectives.

• University Degree in Human Resources Management or equivalent;
• CPHR certification with a minimum of 8 to 10 years of HR generalist experience, preferably in the mining industry and with a remote fly-in, fly-out operation, with a progressive track record demonstrating extensive knowledge of HR functions and leadership capabilities;
• Strong, demonstrable business acumen, leadership and change management skillset, capacity for innovation and strategic foresight, continuously seeking advanced solutions to enhance organizational effectiveness;
• Highly proactive and results-driven with exceptional dedication to organizational success, with remarkable endurance and resilience, adept at operating effectively under pressure and during periods of significant change;
• Detailed and highly organized, with advanced analytical, problem-solving and critical thinking skills, capable of managing and balancing complex data with insights and leveraging it for strategic advantage and timely decisions;
• Team player with the ability to deliver quality customer service to all levels within the organization, working within a matrixed organization;
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with proved ability to influence and build strong collaborative working relationships with business leaders as well as within the People function;
• Expertise in resolving high-stakes employee relations issues with a balanced, respectful approach;
• Unwavering commitment to ethical conduct and confidentiality, exercising good judgment and discretion in handling sensitive information and matters;
• A self-starter, adept at successfully executing key initiatives and high-level prioritization and flexibility in dealing with multiple time sensitive issues and rapidly changing priorities in a lean environment, while maintaining focus and effectiveness;
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office products including Word, Excel and Teams; and
• Experience with Success Factors (Employee Central (EC)) and Ceridian Dayforce (Time & Attendance, Payroll) would be an asset.

Who We Are:

Active in Canada for over 60 years, we are part of De Beers Group, the world's leading diamond company. Globally, we are a team of more than 20,000 people, with operations in Canada, Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa, and activities across the diamond value chain from exploration to diamond jewelry retail. Our unwavering focus on sustainability and Building Forever fuels our commitment to advance standards across the diamond industry, protect the natural world, partner with local communities, and accelerate economic inclusion to support diversity in our business and beyond.

In Canada, we have more than 600 employees working at offices in Calgary, Toronto and Yellowknife, actively exploring for new diamond opportunities, recovering diamonds at the joint venture Gahcho Kué mine in the Northwest Territories, and closing and rehabilitating two mines. We are also advancing the Chidliak Project to establish a technologically advanced diamond mine on Baffin Island using FutureSmart MiningTM principles.

At De Beers, we believe in the power of working in partnership with communities to create lasting, positive impacts that endure long after we recover the last diamond. Our inclusive and diverse workplace values mining with respect for the environment and nearby communities, and we seek team players who share our passion for Making Life Brilliant.

Safety

Safety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety, health, and the well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)

As a global #HeForShe Thematic Champion, De Beers is committed to promoting an equitable, inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential. Please inform us should there be any special requirements that should be considered as part of your application.

Building forever

Sustainability is at the heart of our decision-making – it is how we do business. Building Forever is key to our purpose as it represents our ambitious and holistic sustainability framework and is central to our ability to deliver long-term value to our communities and partners. This shapes how we protect our social and environmental license to operate, build a long-term legacy in our host communities and earn consumers' trust in our diamonds that they can wear with pride.

Inclusion & Diversity

We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential.

Referral

Referral incentive applicable: This opportunity is open to a paid referral incentive according to the Employee Referral Policy (HRM.AD Referral incentives are applicable to De Beers Group internal employees only.

Background Checks

Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.

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