Human Resources Business Partner

Make an impact at Canada’s premier mining company.

New Gold attracts and hires highly skilled individuals. By joining our team, you can look forward to:
A stimulating values-based work environment
A culture of collaboration and inclusion
Inspiring colleagues and approachable leaders
Career development opportunities
A deeply rooted commitment to responsible mining, health and safety and community engagement
A competitive total compensation program
A comprehensive benefits package including a retirement savings plan

Rainy River Mine
Situated in beautiful northwestern Ontario, 65 km northwest of Fort Frances, the Rainy River Mine is an open pit, gold and silver producing, residential mine site.

The Rainy River Mine, located adjacent to the Ontario / Minnesota border is 65 Kilometers northwest of Fort Frances, Ontario and is situated half way between Winnipeg, Manitoba and Thunder Bay, Ontario The area is home to more than 130 species of birds and large populations of moose, black bear and deer. If you enjoy outdoor activities including hunting, fishing, winter sports and lake country then this is an area you will love to live and work in.

About The Role

**Schedule**: 14 days in, followed by 14 days off

**Position Reports To**: Human Resources Superintendent

Position Overview

As an integral part of New Gold’s Human Resources team, the Human Resources Business Partner will provide support and guidance to client group departments and employees on employee relations, performance management, policies and procedures. The Human Resources Business Partner will be responsible for building successful, trusting relationships with all levels of the organization to ensure that all employees understand and demonstrate the values and culture of Rainy River.

Key Responsibilities

Advise and provide guidance to client group departments on HR issues and be a trusted resource at all levels of the organization
Promote and maintain a results-driven, continuous improvement, performance culture throughout the operation and recommend solutions and improvements to current HR processes and programs
Provide guidance to supervisors and above regarding Human Resources policies, procedures and legislation
Coach employees to develop understanding of themselves and others in building positive team relationships
Provide regular training to all levels of Supervision across site on various HR related topics
Work collaboratively with Impact Benefit Agreement partners and Community Team to foster positive working relationships and maximize employment
Promote a positive health, safety, and environment culture

Employee & Labour Relations

Accountable for all Employee & Labour relation investigations
Ensures all policies, procedures, employment legislation are adhered to
Ensures a consistent approach to problem resolution and discipline
Ensures a consistent approach to investigation of employee misconduct
Develops and delivers education to Leaders on Employee, Labour & Human Rights education in alignment with current Policy and Legislation

Performance & Talent Management

Assist business in providing employees with development opportunities that align with current and future performance standards
Provide expert advice and coaching to Managers when appropriate
Facilitate a strong leadership and coaching culture
Evaluate reports, decisions, and results of department in relation to established goals
Participate in developing department goals, objectives, and systems, and recommend necessary changes

**Qualifications**:
Degree or diploma in Human Resources Management, Business Administration or other related discipline
3 - 5 years’ experience in a Human Resources Generalist role or equivalent
Customer service orientation at all levels of the organization
High level of integrity and accountability
Attention to detail with excellent organizational skills
Sound judgment in resolving issues
Excellent oral and written communication skills with internal and external contacts
Ability to work with all levels of the organization
Excellent software skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Why New Gold?

Highly competitive base salary, compensation programs and a quarterly incentive program
Extended Health & Dental Benefit
Short-term and long-term disability insurance benefit
Defined match contribution to group registered retirement savings account
Camp & Travel Allowance provided depending on residence

Inclusion, Equal Opportunity, Accessibility

New Gold is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request.