Job Description

Company Description

Help us look after our people.

Collaborative and innovative, you enjoy being part of a diverse team helping improve people's working lives, creating a safe, supportive work environment where wellbeing comes first.

We want our people to make a positive difference to their lives, their teams and their communities. That means investing in development and encouraging collective ambition because inclusive teams build trust and deliver positive results.

Inclusive, supportive and innovative - come and be part of our brilliant future.

After all, we're the world's leading diamond company - a unique luxury business that thrives on the creativity, passion and knowledge of our people.

To push our company forwards, we always need to think differently. We welcome diverse perspectives, people who think rigorously and aren't afraid to challenge assumptions.

In return, we provide you with the space and support to grow and achieve your ambitions



De Beers Group Canada has an exciting opportunity for a resourceful and results driven individual to join the Human Resources team on a two-year long-term contract that will include vacation entitlement, benefits and bonus at the Calgary Operational Support Centre. You will collaborate with hiring managers and the human resources team to attract top quality candidates across the company. The primary responsibility of this position is talent attraction and serves as the end-to-end process owner for the full recruitment cycle. You will be responsible for guiding applicants, leaders, services providers and key stakeholders through the recruitment process and connecting qualified candidates to interesting job opportunities within Canada.

You are adaptable to fast changing recruitment volumes to coordinate efficient and effective daily recruitment outcomes. This role will directly support several client groups mainly at the Gahcho Kue Mine Site in the Northwest Territories on an on-going basis as well as ad hoc recruitment for roles throughout Canada. You will be a self-starter with the ability to troubleshoot problems and be capable of working independently and as part of the team.

• Accelerate the placement of successful and qualified candidates in collaboration with teams at the Gahcho Kue Mine site in the Northwest Territories;
• Ownership of the full cycle recruitment process for various operational, technical, professional, and support positions across Canada;
• Coordinate all steps of the recruitment process, including preparation of job postings, advertising, sourcing candidates, screening, interviews, employment offers, reference checks, and onboarding;
• Develop collaborative relationships with the business leadership, hiring managers and HR Advisors and stakeholders to understand the end-to-end business strategy, needs and issues, site/location, specific culture, hiring and approval process compensation practices, internal equity, talent management and workforce planning;
• Support the achievement of De Beers diversity and community objectives, in particular with respect to Northern and Indigenous hires;
• Support the development of successful partnerships with educational institutions for early skills development programs and to develop a pipeline of candidates for apprenticeships/internship opportunities;
• Attending and representing De Beers at job fairs, schools, trade shows, etc.;
• Proactively identify recurring issues and make recommendations for comprehensive revisions;
• Maintaining and evaluating recruitment systems and processes and making recommendations for comprehensive revisions; and
• Work on other recruitment-related projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in the field of business administration, commerce, human resources or similar;
• Minimum of five (5) years' of related recruitment experience in an agency or corporate setting ideally in a mining, oil & gas, engineering or manufacturing environment;
• Advanced computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Teams), SAP, applicant tracking and talent management systems;
• Demonstrated capability with social networking, job boards, referrals, and internal networking to source prospective talent:
• Proven track record of recruitment and selection techniques, adhering to selection guidelines and knowledge of legislation regarding employment practices;
• Deadline focused, resourceful and results driven with the ability to manage competing demands and operate through self-direction, initiative, and a sense of urgency;
• Strong and written and verbal communications skills;
• Experience in Canadian mining operations or a similar industry with remote fly-in/fly-out operations is an asset; and
• Team player with ability to deliver quality customer service.

Other requirements:

• Ability to work remotely; and
• Ability to work on a hybrid schedule of remote work in combination with in-office work.

Additional Information

Who we are:

We are the world's leading diamond company, powered by thousands of people around the world who are driven to support thriving local communities, protect the natural environment, and stand with women and girls, focused on Building Forever.

Established in 1888, our expertise ranges from exploration and diamond recovery, to rough diamond sales and diamond jewellery retail. In Canada we operate the Gahcho Kue Mine in the Northwest Territories, are working to advance the Chidliak Project on Baffin Island and have an active exploration program looking for Canada's next great diamond mine.

We market our polished diamonds through two brands, Forevermark and De Beers Jewellers, while our Element Six operation is the world leader in the design, development and production of synthetic diamond materials for industrial and electronic applications.

If you like chasing demanding targets, thrive on making decisions in the pursuit of brilliance, and enjoy the support of the world's finest experts, we have a place for you.

Safety

Safety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety, health and well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect.

COVID Vaccination

Since safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines have become widely available this year and have been proven to be a very effective and safe way of protecting people and reducing COVID-19 transmission, we have strongly encouraged employees to get vaccinated at the earliest possible opportunity. As our mining operations are fly-in fly-out, vaccination is required to travel to sites.

Inclusion & Diversity

We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential.

If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us.

Background Checks

Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.

Eligibility Criteria

This role is open only to individuals who currently have right to work in the country stated and we will not be supporting any individuals who might need to relocate.

Referral

This opportunity is open to a paid referral incentive according to the Employee Referral Program (HRM.AD.21.01). Referral incentives are applicable to De Beers Group internal employees only.

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