Director of People & Development

Turner Mining Group is a premier provider of contract mining services across the United States, known for operational excellence, safety, and innovation. Our success is driven by our people, and we are committed to building a high-performance culture that supports growth, development, and long-term careers in the mining industry. Position Summary The Director of People & Development will lead Turner Mining Group’s human resources strategy with a strong emphasis on talent acquisition, employee development, and organizational effectiveness. This leadership role is responsible for building scalable systems, strengthening company culture, and ensuring we attract, develop, and retain a high-performing workforce across both field operations and corporate functions. This role serves as a strategic partner to senior leadership and plays a critical role in supporting the company’s rapid growth in a demanding, field-based environment. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Develop and execute a comprehensive People strategy aligned with Turner Mining Group’s business goals Partner with executive leadership to drive workforce planning, organizational design, and culture initiatives Build HR infrastructure to support a rapidly scaling, multi-site workforce Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning Oversee recruiting strategy for high-volume field roles and specialized corporate positions Ensure effective sourcing pipelines for skilled trades, operators, and leadership talent Implement data-driven recruiting strategies to improve time-to-fill and quality of hire Learning & Development Design and implement training and development programs for field and corporate employees Build leadership development pipelines across operations Promote career pathing and succession planning to support long-term workforce sustainability Employee Experience & Culture Champion a strong, safety-first culture across all operations Enhance employee engagement, retention, and performance management processes Develop initiatives that support employee well-being and satisfaction, particularly in remote job site environments HR Operations & Compliance Oversee HR policies, procedures, and compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws Manage employee relations, performance issues, and conflict resolution Ensure consistent HR practices across job sites and offices Performance & Analytics Establish and track key HR metrics (turnover, retention, engagement, recruiting effectiveness) Use data to inform business decisions and improve workforce outcomes Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred) 8–12+ years of progressive HR experience, including leadership roles Experience in mining, construction, manufacturing, or other heavy industrial environments strongly preferred Proven success leading talent acquisition and employee development in high-growth organizations Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices Experience supporting geographically dispersed or field-based workforces Preferred Qualifications HR certification (SHRM-SCP, SPHR, etc.) Experience building HR functions in scaling or entrepreneurial environments Background in high-volume recruiting and workforce planning Familiarity with safety-driven cultures and compliance requirements in industrial settings #J-18808-Ljbffr