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Senior HR Officer

LocationSimberi, New Ireland Province - Papua New Guinea
Work TypeFull time
Positions1 Position
  • Human Resources - Advisor
  • HR Information Systems
Job no: HT 017

We are currently seeking to recruit a Senior HR Officer to join our highly dynamic workforce within our Simberi Operations in New Ireland Province.

The Role

Reporting to the Human Resource Superintendent, this position supports to deliver on Human Resources Systems and Processes and to provide efficient and timely Human Resources support and advice to St Barbara Simberi Operations.

This is an exciting time to join Simberi & St Barbara as we embark on our “Building Brilliance” journey to transform the business and deliver sustainable value. 

This is a FIFO position; the roster is a 21/14 roster. Point of Hire is restricted to Kavieng/Rabaul/Port Moresby/Lae/Mt Hagen, Tabar group of Islands, Alotau, Buka, Goroka Hoskins, Madang, Popondetta and Wapenamanda. (Locals are encouraged to apply).

Key responsibilities include:

  • Maintaining positive work ethic and an eagerness to join the industry.
  • Maintaining positive ‘can do’ attitude, high motivation and physical work rate and the ability to follow procedures exactly.
  • Ensuring an excellent attendance record.
  • Demonstrating willingness to take on new challenges and responsibilities and learn new skills.
  • Maintaining a fair and consistent application of Human Resources policies, procedures, and processes.
  • Coordinating all People Systems and Processes and provide advice to stakeholders as appropriate on (Recruitment, On-boarding, Work Performance, Career Development, Exit the Company, Training and Development, Discipline, Leave and Workers Compensation).
  • Ensuring the end-to-end recruitment process including the recruitment software package is undertaken in a timely manner.
  • Undertaking engagement of contractors for Simberi Operations including accurate maintenance of the contractor database.
  • Supporting the establishment of the desired culture across the Company through teamwork and participation.
  • Taking initiative and application of problem-solving techniques and conduct investigations where required.
  • Coordinating Workplace Consultative Committee Meeting on a monthly per schedule.
  • Providing support to Human Resources Superintendent in supervision, developing, planning, coordination and monitoring all HR functions.
  • Ensure effective management of Employee data and information is updated in a timely manner.
  • Ensure weekly and monthly reports are completed in a timely manner and communicated.

Qualifications, skills, and experience required:

  • Behaviour consistent with St Barbara’s Values
  • A tertiary qualification or TAFE qualification in Human Resources related discipline.
  • Five (5) years relevant work experience in Human Resources/Training and Development
  • 2-3 years supervisory experience
  • Instructional design experience
  • On-line and manual Recruitment and HR Information Systems experience
  • Have a high level of attention to detail.
  • Highly effective interpersonal and written communication skills.
  • High energy with a positive attitude
  • Build and maintain relationships across all levels of the business.
  • Previous relevant work experience in mining or heavy industry.
  • Exposure to Industrial Relations/Employment Relations skills and work experience will be desirable.
  • Exposure to ERP Systems, particularly Pronto XI, will be desirable.

About Us

This is an excellent opportunity to work with a dynamic and motivated team of industry professionals with considerable experience in the demands and practices of the mining industry.

Simberi Gold Company Ltd offers a competitive remuneration package, commensurate with experience.

Short-listing for this position commences immediately and we do reserve the right to commence processing applications prior to the nominated close off date. 

Closing date: Thursday, 29 February 2024.

Please submit your applications, CVs, and supporting documents to the below link:

https://www.livehire.com/job/stbarbara-png/DA4MQ

St Barbara is an Equal Opportunity Employer and in 2016, 2015 and 2014 was recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). St Barbara is the only mining company in Australia to receive this citation for three consecutive years. Recognition for St Barbara's commitment and achievement in eliminating the gender pay equity gap has also been recognised nationally through industry awards.

For further information on St Barbara and to apply for this role, please visit www.stbarbara.com.au