Human Resources Generalist

Salt Lake City, UT | North America Division

We’re seeking a hands-on HR Generalist to support and drive end-to-end HR operations across our U.S. and Canadian mining and drilling operations
. This role is ideal for an HR professional who thrives in blue-collar, site-based environments
, balances high-volume recruitment with broad HR generalist responsibilities, and partners closely with operations leaders.

Reporting directly to the Regional Business Manager – North America
, with a dotted line to the Operations Manager
, you’ll play a critical role in supporting field and corporate teams while ensuring consistent, compliant, and practical HR delivery.

• Own end-to-end recruitment for mining and drilling operations, including sourcing, screening, interviews, candidate checks, medical coordination, and hiring decisions
• Provide HR generalist support across onboarding, employee relations, performance management, investigations, terminations, and separations
• Advise leaders and employees on HR/IR matters
  , labor relations, policies, and employment law in operational, safety-driven environments
• Coordinate and administer performance management cycles
  , including probation reviews and appraisals
• Prepare and manage employment contracts and contract variations
• Support promotions, role changes, and demotions aligned with operational and leadership approvals
• Maintain accurate employee records and databases, partnering with Payroll and administering changes in ADP
• Develop and maintain job descriptions for operational and corporate roles
• Produce regular and ad hoc HR reporting for site leadership, North American management, and the parent company
• Respond to HR inquiries via email and phone with clarity and professionalism
• Travel to mine and drilling sites as needed to support Operations and leadership teams
• Partner closely with Operations, HSE, and site leadership to ensure workforce readiness and compliance
• Support and promote a strong safety-first culture
  , including reporting and recording HSE events in line with regulatory requirements

• Timely, accurate HR guidance delivered to operational leaders and site teams
• Strong turnaround times across recruitment and workforce changes
• Consistent, compliant delivery of contracts and HR documentation
• Clear, reliable weekly workforce and employment updates
• Ongoing development of HR/IR knowledge specific to mining and drilling operations

Required:

• Diploma (or equivalent) in Human Resources
• 4+ years’ experience in an HR Generalist role
• 2+ years’ experience in high-volume recruitment
  , ideally for site-based or field operations
• Practical working knowledge of employment law
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Experience with face-to-face and phone-based interviewing

• Undergraduate qualification in HR/IR or related field
• Prior experience in mining, drilling, heavy industrial, construction, or similar blue-collar environments
• Exposure to both U.S. and Canadian HR frameworks

• High attention to detail
• Resilient, adaptable, and calm under pressure
• Team-focused with a practical, hands-on mindset
• Personable, approachable, and credible with site-based teams

Prince Perelson & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we do not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States.