HR Generalist

ABOUT THIESS

Thiess, originating in Australia in 1933, is now a $4 billion global organization focusing on sustainable resource solutions, including mining services, land reclamation, and engineering consulting. With 12,000 employees, we are committed to creating lasting value for our clients and leading the way toward a more sustainable future.

We are a movement spearheading a journey towards a more sustainable future, and North America is a crucial part of it. Our unique business approach to contract mining currently makes our services available in the United States and Canada. In the US, we operate in Salt Lake City, Utah, Colorado, and the Intermountain West region. In Canada, our services are available in Sudbury, Greater Ontario, and the Northern Ontario region. We are also expanding to other states and areas in both countries.

Please get to know us better by watching the following videos about Our Purpose and Our Values!

 

ROLE OVERVIEW:

If you’re looking for a role where you can truly influence the employee experience, this is it!

As an HR Generalist supporting our U.S. business, you’ll be embedded in the day-to-day while also helping shape how we hire, develop, and support our people. From navigating employee relations issues to improving processes and supporting leaders, your work will have a direct impact on both our culture and business outcomes.

We’re looking for someone who is proactive, thoughtful, and confident in their judgment. Someone who can balance empathy with business needs, and who builds trust quickly across all levels of the organization.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Point-of-contact for any HR-related questions regarding benefits, policies, payroll, programs, etc.
• Foster a positive, respectful, and safety-focused workplace culture
• Assist in driving employee engagement initiatives and monitoring workplace morale
• Manage the pre-hire process and ensure constant communication with new hires through onboarding
• Coordinate onboarding tasks such as HR documentation, system setup, and candidate communications to ensure new hires are prepared for a successful first day 
• Provide expert support across the full employee lifecycle including onboarding, performance management, and offboarding  
• Supporting compliance of applicable federal, state, and local labor and employee relations laws and regulations as it pertains to employment action and policy creation 
• Lead, maintain, and continuously improve the end-to-end onboarding strategy for new hires, including program oversight, stakeholder coordination, and monitoring of onboarding metrics and outcomes
• Support new hire orientation by delivering HR presentations and providing guidance on company policies, benefits, and HR programs  
• Assist with benefits administration and 401(k) plans, including enrollments, changes, terminations, and annual open enrollment 
• Ensure consistent implementation of HR policies, procedures, and compliance with employment laws and company standards 
• Handle sensitive subject matter with utmost integrity, discretion, and confidentiality
• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data for the region 
• Support audits and compliance checks 
• Perform other related duties as assigned  

WHAT YOU'LL BRING 

Education

• PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred 
• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred, experienc