HR Head of Learning and 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.

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.

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

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

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

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