Business Partner - New Starters and Visas

OceanaGold is a global intermediate gold and copper producer with more than 35 years of exploration, development and operating experience.  We have four operating mines – Haile in the USA, Macraes and Waihi in New Zealand, and Didipio in the Philippines and a global workforce of ~5,400 employees and contractors.

Our people, assets, and strategy are core to our success. Guided by our values—Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance, and Teamwork—we strive to be a trusted company people want to work for, partner with, supply and invest in, to create value.  We are committed to safe and responsible mining that generates strong returns and contributes to sustainable development in the regions where we operate. OceanaGold is listed on the Toronto and New York Stock Exchanges (TSX: OGC; NYSE: OGC).

Haile Gold Mine located in South Carolina is the largest gold mine on the East Coast of America. Our employees are at the heart of all we do. With 84% of our employees living in the surrounding community, they are neighbors and friends as well. Join our team, where your expertise can make a true impact!

The Business Partner – New Starter and Visas primary role will be responsible for oversight of the onboarding program and managing legal compliance for work authorizations. The Business Partner is responsible for providing administrative support to the People & Culture department while continuously setting an example of our OGC values of care, respect, integrity, performance, and teamwork.

Responsibilities:

• Manage visa and immigration processes by coordinating documentation, monitoring compliance, tracking expiration dates, and working with employees, managers, and external providers to support work authorizations
• Ensure all pre-employment requirements are completed
• Proactively coordinate New Starter Orientation
• Manage, track, and improve the first to 90-day experience of all employees, liaising with People and Culture, department leaders, and new starters
• Communicate regularly and effectively with colleagues to promote a harmonious working environment.
• Be a professional, motivated, and skilled performer.
• Provides consistent guidance and adherence to Haile Gold Mine P&C policies, guidelines, procedures, programs, and philosophies.  Communicate these policies, etc., as appropriate. 
• Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
• Complies with all safety requirements and observes all company policies and procedures.

Key Result Areas/Tasks:

• Serve the primary point of contact between employees, people and culture, external immigration attorneys, and foreign governmental authorities
• Periodic internal immigration, E-Verify, and I9 audits
• Oversee all immigration processes to guarantee adherence to federal, state, and international labour regulations
• Develop and update onboarding content
• Ensure all people and culture employees are trained to execute onboarding training
• Coordinate all attendees effectively and efficiently
• Conduct check-ins with new employees in the 1st week, 30 days, 60 days and 90 days
• Liaise with Senior Business Partners on any issues to coach leaders on new employee training and development
• Other tasks as allocated by the P&C Superintendents and Manager

Key Working Relations:

• People and Culture Senior Business Partners
• People and Culture Data and Analytics
• People and Culture Talent Acquisition
• Immigration Legal Team

Minimum Qualifications / Experience:

• Minimum Qualifications:
  • Highschool diploma and administrative experience
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Previous immigration experience
  • Certificate or degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

Safety:

• Demonstrate a strong focus on Health, Safety, and the Environment by:
• Complying with OceanaGold Health and Safety Policy and Environment Policy.
• Actively promoting safety awareness and environmental responsibility amongst company and contract personnel.
• Reporting all personal injuries and incidents and assisting with investigations.
• Actively supporting and participating in safety and environmental initiatives.
• Ensure open communication is maintained for all HS&E information.
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
• Actively participate in the development of site-specific safety Key Performance Indicators, then ensure the KPIs are driven by all members. 

Knowledge & Technical Competencies:

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Leadership Competencies:

• Ability to speak and teach a large group of people
• Proactive organizational skills
• Ability to liaise and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization internally and externally
• Proven ability to perform with accuracy and efficiency

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs, talk, hear, and see.
• Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) during the workday.
• Work is in a surface mine plant setting, which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity.
• Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine environment, including hart hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves, and any other protective equipment as required.

WHAT'S ON OFFER:

• Competitive salary + short-term and long-term bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision and dental insurance, 401K, and more
• Great residential location close to Charlotte SC, and is located between the mountains and sea.
• Long service recognition
• Living Our Values recognition program
• In-office snack shop
• Monthly paid training available and professional development
• Supportive work environment with a focus on safety and teamwork
• Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
   

YOU MATTER: OceanaGold is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We believe a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. Should you require any assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us at [email protected]
 

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED