Lead People Business Partners, Red Chris Block Cave

Workplace Type: Onsite Newmont produces metals the world needs - safely, responsibly and with care for people, communities and the environment. With a 100+ year history, we continue to shape the future of mining through innovation and strong operational performance. By joining our inclusive, world-class team, you can help shape the future of mining and make a meaningful difference. Red Chris is an open-pit copper-gold mine in the famous Golden Triangle of northern British Columbia, situated on the traditional territory of the Tahltan Nation. As a fly-in, fly-out operation, Red Chris is reached via charter flights from multiple locations in BC and Alberta, with teams working on a rotational schedule. Currently an active open-pit producer, Red Chris is poised for an exciting transformation – we are developing a high-value underground block cave that will extend the mine’s life for decades and unlock even more resources. The remote location fosters a close-knit “camp” community where safety and teamwork come first. Working at Red Chris offers an adventurous career at the frontier of mining innovation, with the opportunity to shape a major expansion while enjoying the natural beauty of northern Canada. Our team values strong partnerships with local First Nations and is committed to operating in a safe, inclusive and environmentally responsible way. About the Project Red Chris is a gold and copper mine located in the Tahltan Territory, northern British Columbia. The mine has been in operation since 2015 and has been operated by Newmont since 2023. Red Chris is now transitioning from open pit mining to underground block caving—an advanced mining method that extends mine life while reducing environmental impact. This transformation represents one of Canada’s most significant underground mining developments and introduces new technical complexity, large-scale underground infrastructure, and opportunities to implement world-class systems and practices. Newmont is committed to working in partnership with the Tahltan Nation and local communities, ensuring the project delivers lasting environmental, social, and economic benefits while maintaining the highest standards of safety and operational excellence. Your Impact Reporting to the Director, People Business Partner, you will play a critical leadership role in shaping and executing the People strategy that supports the successful delivery of the Red Chris Block Cave Project. You will serve as a trusted advisor to project and operational leaders, providing strategic guidance on industrial and employee relations matters, workforce risks, performance management and disciplinary processes, and organizational change initiatives. Your leadership will help maintain a productive, respectful, and compliant work environment while supporting one of Canada's most significant underground mining developments. As Red Chris transitions from open pit operations to underground block caving, you will play a key role in building strong relationships with leaders, employees, contractors, and key stakeholders, helping the organization navigate workforce challenges, support operational readiness, and foster a culture of accountability, inclusion, and operational excellence. As a Part of Our Team, You Will Lead People activities supporting project and operational teams across the Red Chris Block Cave Project. Provide strategic guidance to leaders on employee and industrial relations matters, performance management and disciplinary processes, and workforce risk management. Lead and support workplace investigations while ensuring consistent and fair application of company policies, procedures, and employment practices. Manage workplace risks and develop proactive strategies that promote positive employee and industrial relations outcomes. Partner with project leadership to anticipate and address workforce challenges associated with the transition to underground block caving. Support resource planning, talent acquisition processes and programs, and workforce analysis activities to support project and operational requirements. Advise leaders on organizational change initiatives, workforce transitions, and People-related risks and opportunities. Deliver and execute enterprise People programs, including Working Together at Newmont, our Value Story, employee listening and engagement initiatives. Work with the project People team to foster a culture of accountability, inclusion, and continuous improvement. Requirements for Success in This Role Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, Law, or a related discipline. A postgraduate qualification or Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation is considered an asset. Progressive Human Resources experience, including significant leadership experience within industrial, mining, construction, energy, or other large-scale project environments. Extensive experience in labour and industrial relations, employee relations, workplace investigations, performance management, disciplinary processes, conflict resolution, and workforce risk management. Advanced knowledge of collective agreement administration, labour legislation, employment standards, grievance management, arbitration processes, and labour relations best practices. Demonstrated experience supporting and advising operational and project leadership teams in unionized, open-shop, and multi-contractor environments. Proven ability to develop and implement workforce strategies that support large-scale project execution, operational readiness, workforce transitions, mobilization, demobilization, and organizational change. Strong understanding of labour market dynamics, workforce planning, recruitment strategies, succession planning, and talent management in remote and resource-based industries. Demonstrated success influencing senior leaders and project stakeholders on complex people, labour relations, and organizational effectiveness matters while balancing business, legal, and reputational risks. Experience working within multi-stakeholder environments involving contractors, subcontractors, Indigenous Nations, government agencies, regulators, and community partners. Excellent communication, negotiation, stakeholder engagement, facilitation, and conflict management skills, with the ability to build credibility and trusted relationships across all organizational levels. Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving capabilities with experience interpreting workforce data, identifying emerging risks, and developing practical mitigation strategies. Demonstrated experience supporting Indigenous employment initiatives and working within the framework of Impact Benefit Agreements (IBAs), Participation Agreements, Co-Management Agreements, or similar community partnership arrangements. Experience developing and implementing Human Resources governance frameworks, policies, procedures, and compliance programs for major projects or operating sites. Knowledge of camp-based, fly-in/fly-out (FIFO), remote workforce, and rotational work environments is highly desirable. Experience in large-scale mining projects, underground mining, major capital projects, or operational readiness/start-up environments is considered a strong asset. A commitment to fostering a safe, inclusive, respectful, and high-performance workplace culture aligned with project values and long-term operational objectives. Your Work Environment This role will support the Red Chris Block Cave Project located in northern British Columbia. The position is expected to be based in Canada and operate on a rotational schedule of 15 days on / 13 days off, supporting site-based operations at the Red Chris mine site. Travel to the Newmont offices in Vancouver, BC will also be required. Alternative work arrangements may be considered depending on project and operational requirements. You will support a remote underground mining project environment and work closely with multidisciplinary project and operational teams to ensure successful project delivery. Newmont provides coordinated transportation to and from site through designated departure points located in: Vancouver Kelowna Calgary Smithers Travel arrangements are coordinated to ensure safe and reliable access to the site. Accommodations and services may include: Comfortable accommodations Nutritious meals Wi-Fi and entertainment Fitness facilities Recreational amenities The safety and well-being of our workforce is our highest priorities. We promote a drug- and alcohol-free workplace, supported by mandatory pre-employment testing to ensure a safe environment for everyone on site. You’ll be part of a culture deeply rooted in safety, inclusion, and partnership with the Tahltan Nation and local communities, contributing to one of Newmont’s most innovative undertakings as we advance Canada’s next first block cave mining operation. At Newmont, our people are our strength and we're committed to a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace. If you're passionate about doing work that matters, join Newmont and help shape the future of mining. Learn more about our purpose and values: About Newmont Hear from our people: Life at Newmont Important: Newmont does not ask candidates to pay money or share sensitive personal data outside our secure application process. If this happens, please report it to our Business Integrity team: [email protected]

You will lead People strategy and provide strategic guidance to project leaders on industrial and employee relations to support the Red Chris Block Cave Project. This role involves managing workforce risks, organizational change, and fostering a culture of accountability and inclusion within a remote mining environment.

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field and extensive progressive experience in industrial or mining environments. Strong expertise in labour relations, collective agreement administration, and managing workforce transitions in large-scale projects is required.

• Charter flights • Accommodations • Nutritious meals • Wi-Fi and entertainment • Fitness facilities • Recreational amenities

• Change ManagementPreferred
• Risk ManagementPreferred
• Conflict ResolutionPreferred

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• Human Resources
• Industrial Relations
• Employee Relations
• Workforce Planning
• Performance Management
• Conflict Resolution
• Change Management
• Labour Legislation
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Talent Management
• Risk Management
• Collective Agreement Administration
• Workplace Investigations
• Strategic Planning
• Operational Readiness
• Indigenous Relations
• Professional in Human Resources
• Emerging Risk
• Operational Performance Management
• Employee Relations Investigations
• Organizational Change Management
• Accountability
• Project Implementation
• Organizational Leadership
• Project Delivery
• Recruitment Strategies
• Arbitration
• Construction
• Business Administration
• Management
• Communication
• Conflict Management
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Critical Thinking
• Gold Mining
• Governance
• Leadership
• Innovation
• Problem Solving
• Labor Economics
• Labor Legislation
• Labor Relations
• Mining Engineering
• Negotiation
• Operational Excellence
• Operations
• Organizational Effectiveness
• Project Stakeholders
• Resource Planning
• Subcontracting

• Human Resources
• Management & Leadership
• Energy
• Construction
• Environmental & Sustainability
• People Business Partner
• Employee Relations Specialist
• Personnel and Careers Professionals
• Labor Relations Specialists

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

10+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week