Human Resources Specialist/Recruiter - Great Pay! in Denver, Colorado at Barminco Mining Services USA LLC

Who We Are:
Barminco is one of the world's largest hard-rock underground mining services companies, with operations in Australia, Africa and North America. Barminco forms part of the Perenti Group, a diversified global mining services company operating across a wide range of mining sectors and offers unique career progression opportunities.

Barminco is looking for dedicated people that are keen to join our vibrant team of experienced underground mining professionals. The collective talent and expertise of our people is the key to our success, and we are looking for talented people to expand our team in North America. In return, we provide modern equipment, technology and exciting opportunities to work on projects that deliver value to our clients.

Job Title: Human Resources Specialist

Location: Denver, CO

The Opportunity:
Barminco Mining Services USA has a great opportunity for a Human Resources Specialist

The HR Specialist is responsible for delivering consistent, on-the-ground human resources support at the mine site and ensuring the smooth execution of daily HR operations. This role serves as a key contact for site employees and supervisors, supporting activities within recruitment, onboarding, training coordination, benefits administration, and HR compliance. The position also contributes to regional HR initiatives and ensures alignment between site-level practices and broader organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project HR Responsibilities
  • Coordinate recruitment activities, including posting jobs, screening applicants, and scheduling interviews
  • Generate offer letters and facilitate new hire onboarding, orientation sessions, and ensure accurate completion of required documentation
  • Assist employees with benefits enrollment, changes, and general inquiries
  • Support training coordination and tracking for site-based employees
  • Maintain employee records, update HRIS data, and ensure compliance with documentation standards
  • Address employee questions and concerns, escalating as appropriate to the regional HR team
  • Track attendance, assist with timekeeping and payroll data coordination when necessary
  • Ensure consistent application of HR policies and procedures in alignment with federal, state, and company requirements
• Regional HR Responsibilities
  • Participate in regional HR projects such as policy rollouts, compliance audits, and data reporting
  • Assist with administrative tasks including tracking metrics, preparing reports, and maintaining documentation
  • Collaborate with the broader HR team to ensure alignment and support across the region
• May be required to perform other duties as assigned by site, regional and functional leadership

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of experience in a Human Resources role, ideally in mining or heavy industrial
• High volume recruitment experience
• At least 2 years of experience of in-depth usage of HRIS, ADP and SuccessFactors preferred but not required.
• HR certification such as SHRM-CP, PHR or HR coursework, certifications, or diploma required
• Additional training in employment law or workplace investigations preferred
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to remote mine sites (if required)
• General understanding of employment laws and HR best practices
• Experience coordinating between several departments and levels of the organization
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a focus on service and support
• High level of discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information
• Proven ability to stay organized, manage time effectively, and handle multiple priorities
• Familiarity with employee data management practices
• Exceptional ability to navigate and utilize HRIS systems and multiple computer platforms, including advanced proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)
• Comfortable working independently with limited supervision in a dynamic environment

Work Conditions / Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk, stand, and navigate uneven terrain at the mine site, including occasional access to underground operations
• Comfortable working in various environmental conditions, including heat, cold, dust, and noise
• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods in an office setting
• Manual dexterity required for frequent use of keyboard, computer, and phone
• Ability to read, write, and interpret the English language clearly and effectively
• Visual acuity to see clearly, including the ability to distinguish colors
• Ability to climb stairs, bend, and occasionally lift up to 25 lbs
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety glasses, steel-toed boots, and hearing protection
• Physically able to travel to and from remote mine locations on a scheduled basis
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical and any ongoing fitness-for-duty assessments as required

What We Offer:

Additional Information:
The health and safety of our employees is our top priority. Selected candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment Fit-for-Duty medical, including alcohol and drug screening.