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Talent Acquisition Lead- Mining & Metals

Talent Acquisition Lead- Mining & Metals

ConfidentialVadodara, India
5 days ago
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JOB TITLE : Talent Acquisition Lead : Mining & Metals

JOB LOCATION : Baroda, Gujrat

DEPARTMENT : Mining & Metals (Gold, Copper)

We are looking for a seasoned Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist who brings extensive experience in building strong workforces and driving recruitment strategy. This role requires someone who understands the complexities of hiring in the Mining & Metals sector , possesses strong business partnering capabilities, and can influence leadership decisions through strategic talent insights.

You will not only manage recruitment; you will drive workforce planning, leadership hiring, and long-term talent pipeline development for critical mining operations and corporate functions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead full-cycle recruitment for senior, technical, and niche roles across mining operations, metallurgy, engineering, HSE, and site management.
  • Build and manage long-term talent pipelines for underground and open-cast mining, mineral processing, smelting, and metal production.
  • Act as a strategic talent partner to Site HR, Operations Heads, Functional Leaders, and Corporate HR.
  • Drive compensation benchmarking, offer structuring, and negotiation while maintaining internal equity.
  • Develop and execute sourcing strategies using advanced tools, mining-specific networks, and market intelligence.
  • Strengthen employer branding through targeted industry campaigns, events, and campus interactions.
  • Utilize recruitment analytics to improve hiring efficiency, reduce TAT, and enhance candidate experience.
  • Support annual and project-based manpower planning, including expansion and greenfield / brownfield hiring requirements.

Key Skills & Requirements

  • 15+ years of overall Talent Acquisition experience , with minimum 5 years in Mining & Metals (mandatory).
  • Strong understanding of mining operations including open-cast / underground mining, mineral beneficiation, metallurgy, smelting, and HSE standards.
  • Proven success in hiring hard-to-find technical roles and senior leadership profiles.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and ability to influence decision-making at senior levels.
  • Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
  • Expertise in LinkedIn Recruiter, ATS systems, job portals, and advanced sourcing methods.
  • Ability to manage multiple high-priority mandates in a fast-paced environment.

    • Education

  • MBA Full time required
  • Certifications in Talent Acquisition, HR Analytics, or Strategic HR are an advantage.

    • Why Join Us

  • High-impact role working directly with business and site leadership.
  • Opportunity to shape talent strategy in a large, growth-focused mining and metals organization.
  • Exposure to large-scale operations, project hiring, and critical technical roles.
  • Culture that values strategic thinking, ownership, and innovation in recruitment.

    • If you are a senior TA professional who understands the mining talent landscape and thrives on strategic hiring challenges, we encourage you to apply.

    Skills Required

    Compensation Benchmarking, Talent Acquisition, Site Management, Engineering, linkedin recruiter , Metallurgy, Hse

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