Talent Acquisition Specialist / Recruiter

Barminco Mining Services USA LLC • Denver, CO

7d • $90,000 - $115,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Barminco, a part of the Perenti Group and one of the world's largest hard-rock underground mining companies, is seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist to support recruitment across its operations in the United States and Canada. Based in Denver, this role offers a hybrid work arrangement (remote and in-office) with opportunities for travel to mine sites. The specialist will manage the full recruitment lifecycle for various positions, including mining, skilled trades, technical, supervisory, administrative, and corporate roles. The ideal candidate is proactive, enjoys sourcing for challenging vacancies, and builds strong relationships with candidates and hiring teams.

Requirements

• Minimum four years of dedicated recruitment experience, including independently managing multiple vacancies and competing priorities.
• Strong sourcing, screening, and interviewing skills, with experience supporting high-volume recruitment and hard-to-fill positions.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and HR colleagues.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and sound judgment.
• Experience using applicant tracking systems, HRIS, and Microsoft Office, including Excel for recruitment tracking and reporting.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license and passport, with the ability to travel within the United States and Canada.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in mining, construction, skilled trades, or heavy industrial operations preferred.
• Familiarity with ADP and SuccessFactors preferred.
• Experience with LinkedIn Recruiter and other candidate sourcing tools preferred.
• Experience recruiting in both the United States and Canada considered an asset.
• Relevant HR coursework or professional certification considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment, including job postings, candidate sourcing, screening, interviews, reference checks, offers, and coordination of pre-employment requirements.
• Partner with hiring managers and site HR to understand position requirements, establish hiring priorities, and support candidate selection.
• Proactively identify candidates through LinkedIn, job boards, direct outreach, employee referrals, and industry networks.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for current and anticipated vacancies, including high-volume and hard-to-fill roles.
• Maintain regular communication with candidates and hiring teams, providing timely updates and coordinating the transition to onboarding and mobilization.
• Participate in career fairs, community outreach, and industry events, and build relationships with schools, training providers, and employment organizations.
• Maintain accurate recruitment records and prepare weekly and monthly reports using HRIS and Excel.
• Identify practical improvements to recruitment processes while maintaining confidentiality and following company policies and applicable employment requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive pay: Annual salary of $90,000–$115,000, based on experience and qualifications.
• Work-life balance: Hybrid remote and in-office work, with a regular Monday–Friday schedule of 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Approximately 20% travel is required, with days and hours adjusted when working at project sites.
• Comprehensive benefits: A competitive benefits package, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan with a 100% employer match on contributions up to 5% of qualified earnings, subject to plan terms.
• Growth and development: Opportunities to expand your recruitment expertise and develop your career within a growing North American region and mining market.
• Firsthand operational experience: Opportunities to visit our mine sites, learn about underground mining, and work alongside the teams you support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED