Human Resources Superintendent

Company: Shanta Mining Company Limited
Business Unit/Function: Singida Gold Mine, Singida Region, Tanzania
Region/Discipline: Tanzania
Level of Work: II
Role Type: Managerial
Reporting To: Human Resources Manager – SGM
Work Schedule: 6 Weeks ON / 3 Weeks OFF
Contract Duration: Open Ended

CONTEXT AND PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The primary objective of this role is to provide a site Human Resources service support function, to ensure the smooth delivery of human resource services across all departments at Singida Gold Mine.

The role ensures that Human Resources systems are functioning effectively, routinely monitored and audited for accuracy and effectiveness, within the organisation’s policies and standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate HR service delivery for all departments, promoting a safe working culture and supporting line management on all HR matters.
• Support HR planning, including:
  • Labour numbers
  • Labour costs
  • Productivity
  • Workforce requirements, short and long term
• Maintain and update organisational structures and departmental organisation charts in line with company requirements.
• Support recruitment and selection, including:
  • Job descriptions
  • Advertisements
  • Shortlisting
  • Interviews
  • Reference and security checks
  • Offer letters
  • Induction
• Advise on and implement HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with Tanzanian labour legislation and industry best practices.
• Promote healthy labour relations by:
  • Advising on employee rights and obligations
  • Handling grievances
  • Providing counselling
  • Implementing disciplinary procedures
• Manage exit processes, terminations and exit interviews, ensuring timely information flow to payroll and HR systems.
• Facilitate effective communications between management and employees’ representatives and ensure minutes are maintained.
• Support performance management, including:
  • Setting performance standards
  • Timely appraisals
  • Promotions
  • Probation management
  • Management of poor performance
• Identify training needs and coordinate training and development activities.
• Assist with remuneration and benefits administration, including:
  • Salary reviews
  • Allowances
  • Payroll-related queries
• Maintain accurate HR records and systems, including:
  • Personnel files
  • Position establishments
  • Workforce data
• Provide HR reports and analysis.
• Prepare monthly and annual HR and Organisation Development reports, audit queries and ad-hoc reports.
• Administer leave, overtime and absenteeism controls in line with the roster.
• Manage and coordinate company functions and funeral arrangements.
• Perform any other related HR duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLED KNOWLEDGE

Education Qualification

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in:
  • Human Resources Management
  • Business Administration
  • Law
  • Or a related field of study

Experience

• Minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience in Human Resources Management and Administration.
• Experience should include work in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
• Experience within the mining industry is preferred.

MUST-HAVE KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS

• Sound knowledge of Tanzanian labour laws, particularly the Employment and Labour Relations Act [Cap. 366 R.E. 2023] , its Regulations and other applicable employment legislation.
• Knowledge of HR best practices in Tanzania, preferably in the mining industry.
• Good computer skills, including:
  • MS Office
  • HR systems
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong counselling skills.
• Good organisational skills.
• Good analytical skills.
• Good reporting skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a remote site environment.

KEY ATTRIBUTES

• Integrity, professionalism and confidentiality.
• Results-driven with a strong focus on service delivery.
• Good problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with employees and management.
• Flexibility and commitment to work in a remote mine environment.

SELECTION INFORMATION

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

If you are not contacted by Shanta Mining Company Limited within fourteen (14) days after the closing date , please consider your application unsuccessful.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Shanta Mining Company Limited is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants are invited to submit:

• Application letter
• Updated CV
• Copies of relevant certificates

Applications should be sent to:

Email: recruitment@shantagoldltd.com

Please indicate the position applied for in the subject line .

Application Deadline: 3 November 2026

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