Human Resources Superintendent

Shanta Gold has announced an employment opportunity at Singida Gold Mine, Tanzania, for the position of Human Resources Superintendent.

Job details

• Position: Human Resources Superintendent (1 Post)

• Business Unit/Function: Singida Gold Mine, Singida Region, Tanzania

• Region/Discipline: Tanzania

• Level of work: II

• Role type: Managerial

• Reporting to: Human Resources Manager – SGM

• Work schedule: 6 Weeks ON / 3 Weeks OFF

• Contract duration: Open Ended

Context and purpose of the role

The primary objective of this role is to provide a stable Human Resources service support function, to ensure the smooth delivery of human resource services across all departments at Singida Gold Mine. The role ensures that Human Resources systems are functioning effectively, routinely monitored and audited for accuracy and effectiveness, within the organisation’s policies and standards.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate HR service delivery for all departments, promoting a safe working culture and supporting line management on all HR matters.

• Support HR planning, including labour numbers, labour costs, productivity and workforce requirements (short and long term).

• Maintain and update organisational structures and departmental organisation charts in line with company requirements.

• Support recruitment and selection, including job descriptions, advertisements, shortlisting, interviews, reference and security checks, offer letters and induction.

• Advise on and implement HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with Tanzanian labour legislation and industry best practices.

• Promote healthy labour relations by advising on employee rights and obligations, handling grievances, providing counselling and implementing disciplinary procedures.

• Manage exit processes, terminations and exit interviews, ensuring timely information flow to payroll and HR systems.

• Facilitate effective communications between management and employees’ representatives and ensure minutes are maintained.

• Support performance management, including setting performance standards, timely appraisals, promotions, probation management and management of poor performance.

• Identify training needs and coordinate training and development activities.

• Assist with remuneration and benefits administration, including salary reviews, allowances and payroll-related queries.

• Maintain accurate HR records and systems, including personnel files, position establishments and workforce data, and provide reports and analysis.

• Prepare monthly and annual HR and Organisation Development reports, audit queries and ad-hoc reports.

• Administer leave, overtime and absenteeism controls in line with the roster.

• Manage and coordinate camp functions and funeral arrangements.

• Perform any other related HR duties as assigned.

Required skilled knowledge

– A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Law or a related field of study.

– Minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience in Human Resources Management and Administration, including experience in a supervisory or managerial capacity, preferably within the mining industry.

• Sound knowledge of Tanzanian labour laws, particularly the Employment and Labour Relations Act (Cap. 366 R.E. 2023), its Regulations and other applicable employment legislation.

• Knowledge of HR best practices in Tanzania, preferably in the mining industry.

• Good computer skills (including MS Office and HR systems).

• Strong communication, interpersonal and counselling skills.

• Good organisational, analytical and reporting skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a remote site environment.

Key attributes

• Integrity, professionalism and confidentiality.

• Results-driven with a strong focus on service delivery.

• Good problem-solving and decision-making skills.

• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with employees and management.

• Flexibility and commitment to work in a remote mine environment.