Reference Number: MR0021

Job Description:

Our client, a growing mining company in South Africa, is seeking an experienced, assertive and hands-on Head of Human Resources to lead the full HR and Industrial Relations function across its operations. The successful candidate will develop and implement people strategies aligned with business objectives while supporting operational growth and workforce expansion. This role requires strong mining-sector HR expertise, particularly in labour relations, workforce planning, talent development and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will work closely with executive leadership, manage complex stakeholder relationships and oversee contractor-related workforce requirements. Experience in underground mining or heavy industry, particularly within a developing or expanding operation, will be highly advantageous.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the HR strategy, policies and procedures aligned with business objectives.
• Lead workforce planning, recruitment, talent management, succession planning and leadership development.
• Oversee industrial relations, union engagement, wage negotiations, grievances and complex employee relations matters.
• Ensure compliance with applicable labour legislation, mining regulations, Employment Equity and transformation requirements.
• Drive organisational design, remuneration structures, salary benchmarking, job grading and performance management.
• Manage contractor relationships and workforce requirements to support mining development and production ramp-up.
• Oversee employee engagement, retention, skills development, change management and organisational culture initiatives.
• Manage the HR budget, advise executive leadership on workforce risks and opportunities, and develop the HR team's capabilities.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Business Management or a related field.
• 12–15 years of progressive HR experience within the mining or heavy industrial sector.
• At least 5 years' experience in senior HR leadership positions.
• Underground mining experience is highly advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of South African labour legislation, the Mine Health and Safety Act, the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act and relevant mining-sector compliance requirements.
• Proven expertise in industrial relations, trade union engagement, contractor management and stakeholder relations.
• Experience in strategic workforce planning, organisational development, remuneration structures and policy implementation.
• Strong leadership, communication, presentation, planning and problem-solving skills, with high integrity and a proactive approach.

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Senior leadership position with direct engagement at executive level.
• Opportunity to shape HR strategy and organisational culture within a growing mining operation.
• Further contractual details will be confirmed during the recruitment process.

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Mbali-Entle Radebe

Executive recruiter

CA Mining

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