Superintendent - Talent Acquisition

Hemlo Mining Corp. is a growing Canadian gold mining company focused on the responsible development and operation of the Hemlo Gold Mine in Northwestern Ontario.

If you thrive on challenge, collaboration, and meaningful work, Hemlo Mining Corp. offers rewarding opportunities. Our people are the foundation of our success, and we’re looking for motivated, energetic individuals who are eager to learn, grow, and contribute to safe and efficient operations on all our properties. We support the professional aspirations of our team through training, development, and a comprehensive compensation package.

Talent Acquisition Superintendent

Position Description:

The Talent Acquisition Superintendent leads the development and execution of Hemlo Mining's workforce planning and talent acquisition strategy. Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, the Superintendent Talent Acquisition is accountable for ensuring the organization can attract, recruit, and retain the talent required to support current operations and future growth.

This role provides strategic leadership for workforce planning, recruitment, employer branding, talent pipelines, and external talent attraction initiatives. The Superintendent works closely with operational leaders to anticipate workforce requirements, identify labour market risks, and implement recruitment solutions that ensure business continuity in an increasingly competitive mining labour market.

The position is responsible for building sustainable talent pipelines, reducing reliance on external recruitment agencies, strengthening Hemlo's employer brand, and ensuring recruitment practices support the company's long-term workforce requirements and strategic objectives.

The role may be performed remotely within Canada, with regular travel to Hemlo Operations and participation in external recruitment events, educational partnerships, and community engagement initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Lead Hemlo Mining's workforce planning and talent acquisition strategy.
• Partner with operational leaders to forecast workforce requirements and develop hiring plans.
• Build and manage recruitment pipelines for critical operational, technical, maintenance, and leadership positions.
• Develop recruitment partnerships with colleges, universities, Indigenous communities, trade schools, and industry organizations.
• Lead campus recruitment, graduate recruitment, apprenticeship, and early-career programs.
• Champion Hemlo's employer brand through marketing initiatives, career fairs, industry events, and community engagement activities.
• Monitor labour market trends, recruitment metrics, and competitor activity to support strategic decision-making.
• Manage external recruitment partners and identify opportunities to reduce reliance on third-party agencies.
• Implement innovative talent sourcing strategies, technologies, and recruitment best practices.
• Support onboarding, retention, succession planning, and workforce development initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, Labour Relations, Marketing, Communications, or a related discipline.
• CHRP, CHRL, or equivalent professional designation is considered an asset.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience within talent acquisition, workforce planning, recruitment leadership, or human resources, preferably within mining, construction, industrial, or remote-site operations.
• Demonstrated experience developing and executing workforce planning and talent acquisition strategies in a multi-site or complex operating environment.
• Experience establishing talent pipelines through partnerships with educational institutions, Indigenous communities, industry organizations, and workforce development agencies.
• Strong knowledge of labour market trends, recruitment technologies, applicant tracking systems, and recruitment analytics.
• Demonstrated experience leading talent attraction, employer branding, and recruitment marketing initiatives.
• Proven ability to build credibility and influence leaders at all levels of the organization.
• Strong project management, problem-solving, and continuous improvement capabilities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to travel regularly to site operations and external recruitment events.
• Bilingualism (English and French) is considered an asset.

What We Can Offer You

• Base salary range from $140,000 to $180,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive compensation package including competitive bonuses, benefits, and pension contribution.
• Progressive career path with opportunities for advancement.
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, and high-performing team.
• Access to experienced mining professionals for knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and skill-building.

Equal Employment Opportunities  

Hemlo Mining Corp. is committed to creating an inclusive, respectful workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We operate on the traditional territory of Biigtigong Nishnaabeg and Netmizaaggamig Nishnaabeg and we are committed to fostering meaningful relationships and employment opportunities with Indigenous Peoples. First Nations, Inuit and Métis persons are encouraged to apply.

We also welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Artificial intelligence tools may be used to support parts of the recruitment process, such as resume screening or application management.