Vice President, Human Resources (Hybrid) at Wesdome Gold Mines

Toronto, Ontario (Hybrid)

Company Information

Wesdome is a Canadian-focused gold producer with two high-grade underground assets, the Eagle River mine in Ontario and the Kiena mine in Québec. The Company’s primary goal is to responsibly leverage its operating platform and high-quality brownfield and greenfield exploration pipeline to build a growing value-driven gold producer. The company culture is anchored in its four main values of safety, ownership, care and excellence, which define the Wesdome Way.

Wesdome’s newly renovated and modern Corporate office is situated in the heart of downtown Toronto, offering unparalleled convenience and accessibility for professionals. Located in the Financial District near major business hubs, it is well connected to transit (a 5-minute walk to Union Station) and only 25 minutes from Pearson International Airport, as well as being close to restaurants, shopping, sports, entertainment and fitness centres.

About The Opportunity

The Vice President (VP), Human Resources (VP HR) will act as a key executive business partner responsible for providing executive level leadership and guidance to the organization’s HR strategy and operations. The VP HR provides the framework for planning, designing, implementing, and evaluating legally compliant HR programs, policies, and procedures, and identifying and implementing long-range strategic talent management goals. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the VP HR plays a key role in achieving Wesdome’s strategic objectives, ensures a dynamic and thriving workplace that aligns with the Company’s mission, values and chosen culture and ensure that the HR function is managed effectively and efficiently both at the Corporate and site levels. The VP HR builds strong relationships and connections across all business sites to ensure Wesdome enables behaviors that support its values.

About YOU – You Belong Here!

As a collaborative and versatile HR Executive, with a proven track record of building and delivering scalable and sustainable HR service models and operations infrastructure, you can see the big picture and implement structured solutions that enable a business to evolve and achieve high performance. You are an innovative and forward focused leader, strategic in your thinking on the delivery of HR services. You thrive in fluid environments and adapt quickly to respond to the needs of the organization, while developing strong and engaged teams in rapid growth companies. You understand and value the contribution of all employees to the company’s success, at all levels of the organization. You also understand the role of open and transparent communication in the achievement of the company’s objectives.

Position Responsibilities, Accountabilities And Job Duties

• Business Executive. Works closely with the President & CEO to formulate the Company’s future direction, organization structure, strategic HR objectives, business strategies and supporting tactical initiatives; monitor and direct the implementation of strategic business plans.
• People & Culture Strategist. Ensures company values and culture are sustained and modelled at all levels of the organization; takes a lead role in fostering a working environment where employees’ contributions are respected and valued while focusing on building employee retention, innovation, talent development and operational excellence.
• Risk Manager. Ensures that HR risks are identified, monitored and managed in the achievement of the company’s objectives.
• Change Champion. Creates organizational capacity for change, leading and sponsoring programs that promote organizational flexibility and effectiveness.
• Executive Coach. Provides strategic HR and organizational development expertise and advice to CEO and Executive team.
• HR Operations Advisor. Supports the company and staff in achieving excellence in operations from an HR point-of-view, including labour relations support. Serves as the primary point of contact for all significant HR issues and ensure excellent leadership, service delivery, management and direction to the company. Monitors employee satisfaction through the use of surveys or other similar tools.
• HR Service Model Architect. Leads objectives related to organizational design and succession planning – working with talent management partners to ensure that a continuing talent pool of skills and leadership is available to drive the business. Collaborates with CEO and Executive team in the implementation of enterprise initiatives related to organizational and employee development.
• Communicator. Leads Internal Communications to deploy an effective communications strategy to provide updates on current business performance and allow employee feedback on issues affecting workplace.
• Subject Matter Expert. Provides strategic compensation, benefits and recognition strategy advice to CEO and Executive team. Oversees all compensation, benefits and employee wellness programs, policies and practices, and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Workforce Designer. Oversees the development and implementation of Talent Acquisition strategies, plans and programs to ensure the needs of the Company are achieved. Provides strategic leadership and support in the development and implementation of strategies, frameworks and plans, and supporting infrastructure, for learning and development, training and leadership development including succession planning, mentoring and coaching towards building a high-performance collaborative company.
• Steward of the Organization. Provides strategic direction and guidance in establishing an efficient, effective, compliant, service oriented and sustainable governance structure to meet the business needs in achieving the company’s objectives. Provides guidance and framework translating HR processes and procedures into integrated and sustainable HR systems that align with HR Technology Strategy. Establish a multi-year strategic roadmap of HR Systems Strategy for Human Capital Management (HCM), performance management system, Learning Management System (LMS) and Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Team Leader. Manage directly and indirectly reporting staff, oversee and participate in selection, coaching, mentoring, development, performance management and all other people-management practices.
  
  

Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce / Business or Human Resources or other related fields;
• A Human Resources (CPHR) designation or equivalent;
• 10-15 years of progressive HR experience in leadership roles, with deep experience in mining, resources, manufacturing or related industries and strong HR technical skills;
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered;
• Prior experience in large, global, high growth organizations, including mergers and acquisitions or large-scale project management is preferred;
• Adaptable, agile and thriving in a fast paced, changing and matrixed environment, shifting quickly from tactical to strategic;
• Successful track record and demonstrated achievement as an HR business partner supporting strategic initiatives, coaching, providing counsel and valued insights to executive level business leaders;
• Business focused and results oriented with a bias for action with strong business and financial acumen;
• Proven experience in influencing, facilitation, presentation, communication process development, analysis and problem solving;
• Exceptional communication skills, ability to operate at all levels of the organization;
• High level of comfort with data and analytics;
• English / French (bilingual) language skills is an asset.
  
  

Working Conditions / Schedule

• Location: Corporate Office - Toronto, Ontario.
• Type of Hire: Permanent full-time.
• Existing vacancy: Yes - open and available immediately.
• Travel: As required to sites, and other locations as requested.
  
  

Other Information

To learn more and for additional details about “Why Work with Us” and “Life at Wesdome”, please visit www.wesdome.com > People and Careers.

About Our Total Compensation Package

Our total compensation package is more than just a great salary. We have established a comprehensive program that takes care of both you and your family that includes:

Comprehensive Compensation And Benefits Package Includes

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Access to comprehensive extended health and dental coverage for employee and eligible dependents beginning on day 1 of employment (STD begins after 3 months)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• RRSP matching
• Annual performance-based bonus opportunity
• Stock option participation
• Flexible work arrangements (hybrid model)
• Professional development opportunities and certification support
• 4 weeks vacation plus statutory holidays
  
  

PLUS…

• Programs to support the long-term well being of our team members (i.e. Employee and Family Assistance Program)
• Mental Health Awareness Month
• Annual Holiday events
• Local community partnerships
  
  

Apply Online at Wesdome.com > People & Careers > Current Opportunities

Wesdome prides itself on being an equal-opportunity employer committed to responsible mining practices and building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or Aboriginal status.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position. However, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Wesdome uses artificial intelligence (AI) supported technology as part of its recruitment, screening and evaluation processes that are performed by real people.

Wesdome is committed to accessibility for people with disabilities. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodations, please contact us at [email protected]

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (the “Act”), Wesdome is committed to hosting and maintaining an accessible environment.

To be eligible for this position, you must be legally permitted to work in Canada without any additional sponsorship support from Wesdome.