Overview
The Mining Industry Human Resources Council (MiHR) is an independent, non-profit organization that leads collaboration among mining and exploration companies, organized labour, contractors, educational institutions, industry associations and Indigenous groups to identify and address the human resource and labour market challenges facing the Canadian minerals and metals sector.
Our Mission
To lead collaboration across the Canadian mining sector to analyze and disseminate labour market information and develop actionable solutions to industry HR challenges.
Our Vision
An inclusive, skilled and sustainable Canadian mining workforce that anticipates and adapts to volatility and innovation.
Our Values
- Inclusiveness – Foster an inclusive environment that respects and values the diversity of perspectives and cultures within the Canadian mining sector.
- Collaboration – Cultivate effective and ongoing communication and relationships with all stakeholders and communities of interest to be aware of their evolving needs and to promote collaborative approaches that consider all input to increase effectiveness of MiHR programs.
- Integrity – Commit to the highest ethical and professional standards, integrating honesty, integrity and trust in all individual and organizational relationships.
Look back at some of MiHR’s many accomplishments over its years of leading collaboration across Canada’s mining sector.
Our Strategic Priorities
Labour Market Information
Objective: To be the leading and trusted knowledge centre of labour market information for the Canadian mining sector.
Career Development
Objective: To increase awareness of and access to Canadian mining careers.
Respectful and Inclusive Workplaces
Objective: To enable respectful and inclusive workplaces in the
Canadian mining industry.
Skills Development and Recognition
Objective: To ensure training and skills are aligned and recognized to the needs of industry.
Collaboration and Partnerships
Objective: To collaborate with partners to respond to Canadian mining labour market challenges.
Governance
MiHR’s governance structure reflects our industry
From our board of directors to our program committees, representatives from Canadian mining employers and contractors form the largest membership of each group. In addition to employers, our board and/or standing committees may also include representatives from organized labour, education, associations and Indigenous groups.
Board of Directors
MiHR is governed by a board of directors that represent a cross-section of mining industry employers, organized labour, mining associations, equity groups, and educators from across Canada.
Sherry Iskander (Chair)
Senior Director, Centre of Excellence, Processing and Technology
Rio Tinto
Jered Heigh (Vice-Chair)
Talent Acquisition and Development Manager
Cameco
Jenine Ellefson (Past-Chair)
Vice President, Human Resources
North America Newmont
Patrick Doyle
Vice President, Human Resources & Talent
Teck Resources
Geoff Smith
Vice President, Government Relations
Mining Association of Canada
Jan Romo
National Representative
Unifor
Mario Santos
National Representative
Unifor
Brian Vaillancourt
Vice President, Business Development
College Boreal
Kevon Stewart
Director – District 6
United Steelworkers
Michelle Edwards
Senior Global Director, People
Agnico Eagle
Anne Johnson
Assistant Professor, Smith Engineering
Queen’s University
Caroline Carpentier
Head of HR, Nickel Zinc Department
Glencore
Brayden Kijewski
General Manager – Extraction & Tailings Operations
Suncor
Our Team
Allow us to introduce ourselves.
Ryan Montpellier
Executive Director
Ryan Montpellier Executive Director
Ryan has over 15 years of experience in identifying and addressing human resources and labour market challenges in the Canadian mining industry. Appointed as Executive Director in 2008, he leads all of MiHR’s strategic activities and represents the Council on various industry and government committees and advisory panels. Ryan is a past recipient of the Canadian Institute of Mining – Young Leadership Award and the International Association of Business Communicators Gold Quill award. He is a regular speaker and panelist at industry conferences and events and was a past Distinguished Lecturer for the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM). Prior to joining MiHR, Ryan held various leadership positions with high-tech companies in the Ottawa region. Ryan holds a number of degrees including an MBA and a Project Management Professional (PMP) designation.
Dana Imbeault
Senior Director, Operations & Skills Development
Dana Imbeault Senior Director, Operations & Skills Development
Dana is responsible for ensuring the effective and efficient operation of MiHR’s programs and activities. She also leads a team in the development of a suite of National Occupational Standards to be used by industry to help develop the required skills and competencies of its workforce, and leads the implementation of MiHR’s Canadian Mining Certification Program – a national program that recognizes the expertise of the industry workforce. Dana also provides oversight and guidance on the implementation of MiHR’s Mining Essentials Program: An Essential Skills and Work Readiness Program for Aboriginal Peoples.
William Meyer
Director, Communications and Career Development
William Meyer Director, Communications and Career Development
William Meyer is responsible for planning and providing strategic direction to effectively promote and build awareness of MiHR and its programs, projects and services. A strategic, results-oriented communications professional, William has nearly 15 years’ experience in the non-profit, association and government sectors – and has served as the head of communications for two industry associations. William also leads the development and implementation of marketing and communications activities that support all aspects of MiHR’s strategic plan.
Pascale Larouche
Director, Skills Development & Diversity
Pascale Larouche Director, Skills Development & Diversity
As Director of Skills Development and Diversity, Pascale is dedicated to developing strategic tools and resources that help build a work-ready, safety-conscious workforce, with a focus on supporting underrepresented groups such as Indigenous peoples, women, youth and newcomers. Pascale is also committed to fostering respectful and inclusive workplace cultures by leading initiatives that break down systemic barriers and position diversity as key to innovation and sustainability in mining.
Jamie Wolcott
Director, Labour Market Information
Jamie Wolcott Director, Labour Market Information
Jamie is responsible for the continuous intellectual development of MiHR’s labour market research and forecasting for Canada’s mining industry. He has collaborated with numerous industry stakeholders across the country and has been a key contributor to several of MiHR’s research projects. His focus is to identify and understand the primary challenges and opportunities facing in the mining labour market in Canada.
Taylor-Faith Blenkarn
Senior Manager, Skills Development & Recognition
Taylor-Faith Blenkarn Senior Manager, Skills Development & Recognition
Taylor manages the development and maintenance of MiHR’s suite of National Occupational Standards (NOS) defined and validated by the Canadian mining industry. Taylor is responsible for the ongoing implementation of MiHR’s Canadian Mining Certification Program (CMCP), working closely with industry stakeholders to ensure a credible process for the assessment and recognition of the skills, knowledge and experience of mine workers. She leads the development, implementation and testing of new programs and initiatives using MiHR’s suite of National Occupational Standard. She contributes to project proposals, maintains budgets, prepares and executes work plans and compiles reports.
Lindsay Kajiura
Senior Manager, Skills Development
Lindsay Kajiura Senior Manager, Skills Development
Lindsay is responsible for implementing projects that support the engagement of all potential sources of labour to develop an inclusive and diversified workforce across the mining sector. She works on the business development and proposal activities around inclusion and diversity opportunities. She participates in building awareness in careers in mining to various audiences including newcomers, Indigenous people, women and youth, and manages engagement with MiHR’s inclusion and diversity programming. Lindsay holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology & Women’s Studies and brings 4 years of Human Resource experience.
Maeva Callier
Senior Manager, Wage Subsidies & Career Development
Maeva Callier Senior Manager, Wage Subsidies & Career Development
Maeva is responsible for overseeing MiHR’s career awareness, education and wage subsidy programs to support the mining industry’s efforts to attract, recruit and develop a skilled and diverse workforce. Prior to joining MiHR, she managed corporate projects in the private sector, taught FSL in the public sector and ESL to newcomers to Canada. Maeva holds an honours bachelor’s degree in applied linguistics and a master’s degree in humanitarian action.
Gustavo Jurado
Senior Labour Market Economist
Gustavo Jurado Senior Labour Market Economist
Gustavo collaborates in the planning and development of MiHR’s labour market research and forecasting for the Canadian mining industry. He brings experience in e-commerce and data science, having worked in both public and private sectors. His previous projects have focused on understanding the potential impact of automation on the labour market.
Brandon Belo
Manager, Wage Subsidies & Career Development
Brandon Belo Manager, Wage Subsidies & Career Development
Brandon oversees MiHR’s wage subsidy programs and contributes to a range of initiatives focused on career development across the sector. He brings more than 10 years of business management experience, with a strong track record of building programs, supporting stakeholders, and helping organizations create meaningful opportunities for emerging talent.
Irene Cunningham
Manager, Finance
Irene Cunningham Manager, Finance
Irene is responsible for accounting and financial reporting at MiHR, offering accounting support for both staff and projects. Irene has worked in a variety of industries and has previous experience working for not-for-profit organizations.
Bahareh Karimi
Manager, Administration, Accounting and IT
Bahareh Karimi Manager, Administration, Accounting and IT
Bahar is responsible for day-to-day office functions, supports staff and projects and manages accounts payable and expense claims at MiHR. She brings several years of experience in computer and network administration, accounting and customer service.
Alex Parsons
Manager, Communications and Graphic Design
Alex Parsons Manager, Communications and Graphic Design
Alex works with the communications team to write, edit and design market-ready content for the websites, social media pages and other facets of MiHR’s public face.
Vickey Sobhani
Labour Market Economist
Vickey Sobhani Labour Market Economist
Vickey contributes to the research, analysis and interpretation of labour force data to explain economic conditions and forecast labour market trends in Canada’s mining industry, applying econometric models and statistical techniques. She brings experience in private sector market analytics, as well as public sector economic assessment and management consulting across all levels of government.
Amanda Seguin
Coordinator, Recognition of Skills & Training
Amanda Seguin Coordinator, Recognition of Skills & Training
Amanda is responsible for providing ongoing support to the development and delivery of new and existing initiatives and training programs based on MiHR’s National Occupational Standards. She has previously worked in administration and event management with an educational background in business administration as well as project management.
Danielle Delaney
Office Coordinator
Danielle Delaney Office Coordinator
Danielle is responsible for day-to-day office functions as well as supporting staff and projects at MiHR. She offers experience working with numerous businesses and organizations to develop initiatives to support a variety of needs.
Career Opportunities at MiHR
Thank you for your interest in joining our team!
Please note that MiHR is not an employment agency, and does not offer positions other than those listed on this page. Resumes sent to MiHR related to general mining positions are not accepted. Please refer to job boards and company websites for mining industry job openings.
MiHR is dedicated to striving for inclusion and diversity in its staff. Please refer to our Inclusion & Diversity Policy and Procedures for more information.
Director, Operations and Finance
About MiHR
The Mining Industry Human Resources Council (MiHR) is Canada’s knowledge centre for mining labour market information, training and workforce development. An independent, non-profit organization, MiHR’s mission is to lead collaboration across the Canadian mining sector to understand labour market trends, identify opportunities and develop solutions with the long-term vision to build an inclusive, skilled, safe and sustainable Canadian mining workforce.
MiHR is committed to ensuring a non-discriminatory, inclusive work environment that supports a diverse and equitable workplace where all employees and volunteers feel valued and respected. If you are an innovative, solution-oriented individual who values collaboration and is interested in working in a vital industry with opportunity for growth, apply today!
About the position
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director, Operations and Finance is responsible for the operational and financial management of the Council. The Director, Operations and Finance oversees:
- The establishment of the financial and operational policies and procedures to ensure the overall effectiveness and standards of the Council and all it’s programs are maintained.
- The budgeting, forecasting, financial planning and reporting of the Council and all it’s programs.
- The operational and financial alignment and collaboration across projects and programs.
- The development and execution of HR strategies to ensure a culture of collaboration, accountability and compliance with legislation.
As a member of the senior management team, the Director, Operations and Finance participates in establishing the strategic direction of the Council in accordance with it’s mission, vision and values..
Responsibilities
- Leads the development, implementation and monitoring of operational, financial and HR strategies to support and strengthen the Council’s corporate goals and objectives.
- Leads a small team of finance, IT and operational staff to support the efficient management of the organization.
- Develops and ensures compliance with financial and operational policies, controls and processes to support accountability and operational efficiency.
- Leads the development, monitoring and reporting of annual budgets.
- Manages cashflows, investment and financial risk.
- Leads the annual audit.
- Provides updates and reports on operational and financial results to various stakeholders including funders, government partners and the Board of Directors.
- Reports to the Council’s Standing Committee on Finance, Audit and Legal, a subcommittee of the Board of Directors.
- Ensures the IT infrastructure supports all the projects and programs of the Council.
- Provides guidance to staff in planning, managing, coordinating and monitoring project and program activities.
- Provides leadership and oversight for all Council funding agreements, including contract negotiation and preparation, ongoing monitoring and amendments, reporting requirements, and resolution of issues as they arise.
- Provides human resources expertise and guidance to the Council, addresses employee HR questions and concerns and oversees the development of employment documentation, including contracts and legal correspondence.
- Leads and overseas the development and implementation of the performance planning and review process.
Education/Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or equivalent
- Accounting designation (an asset)
- 10 years’ experience working in a similar capacity
- 5 years in a supervisory or managerial role
- Significant experience in all aspects of managerial accounting
- Familiarity with the reporting and administrative requirements associated with public funding processes; particularly in the not-for-profit sector
- Experience in budget and cash flow management
- Experience working with teams and committees
- Ability to lead, motivate and engage team members
- Exceptional written, interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
- Ability to work individually and within a team environment
- Ability to manage large budgets, multiple stakeholders, consultants and staff
What MiHR has to offer
- Competitive salary + bonus
- Competitive benefits package
- Group RRSP matching
- 3 weeks vacation
Schedule
- 7.5 hour work day
- Monday-Friday
- Ability to participate in a hybrid working model with a blend of time working in office and working from home.
Job Type: Full time, Permanent
Salary Range: $100,000 to $130,000 + Bonus
Location: Kanata, ON
Senior Manager, Communications and Stakeholder Engagement
About MiHR
The Mining Industry Human Resources Council (MiHR) is Canada’s knowledge centre for mining labour market information, training and workforce development. An independent, non-profit organization, MiHR’s mission is to lead collaboration across the Canadian mining sector to understand labour market trends, identify opportunities and develop solutions with the long-term vision to build an inclusive, skilled, safe and sustainable Canadian mining workforce.
MiHR is committed to ensuring a non-discriminatory, inclusive work environment that supports a diverse and equitable workplace where all employees and volunteers feel valued and respected. If you are an innovative, solution-oriented individual who values collaboration and is interested in working in a vital industry with opportunity for growth, apply today!
About the position
Reporting to the Director, Communications and Career Development, the Senior Manager, Communications & Stakeholder Engagement is responsible for overseeing MiHR’s communications planning and stakeholder outreach initiatives to support Council projects and programs.
In this role, the Senior Manager, Communications & Stakeholder Engagement:
- Leads the development and implementation of communications plans in support of Council projects and programs.
- Develops and implements outreach and engagement strategies to build awareness and stakeholder participation in Council projects and programs.
- Manages social media activities in support of all Council projects and programs.
- Identifies strategic opportunities, including business development and proposal activities, through stakeholder and partner relations.
As part of the Communications and Career Development Team, the Senior Manager participates in building awareness of the Council, engagement of stakeholders and uptake of Council programs.
Responsibilities
- Oversees contact databases and leads outreach strategies and activities to increase awareness of and engagement with the Council and its projects and programs.
- Leads program-specific communications planning and activities with other MiHR teams.
- Leads program-specific outreach and engagement strategies and activities with other MiHR teams.
- Plans and oversees the promotion of virtual and in-person events including webinars, conferences, and career fairs.
- Identifies new stakeholders for programs and events to expand MiHR’s network, coordinate MiHR’s involvement, and pursue partnerships and opportunities that build awareness for the Council and its goals and objectives.
- Supports media relations activities by developing news articles, web-copy, reports, marketing materials, other communications content, as required, and by monitoring MiHR media coverage.
- Conducts quality assurance for publication production including proofreading, fact checking and editing reports, articles, newsletters and other Council promotional material.
- Conducts primary and secondary research to prepare presentations, speaking notes and other meeting materials.
- Supports the development and implementation of communications strategies, campaigns and business development activities.
- Other duties as required.
Education/Experience
- University degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration or equivalent.
- 5+ years of experience working in communications.
- Experience in effectively leading projects and programs with multiple stakeholders and consultants.
- Strong data management, project tracking, evaluation and quality assurance skills.
- Strong communication skills required including written (i.e. reports, social media, day-to-day messaging) and verbal (facilitation, presentation, in person, online, large or small groups)
- Ability to shift between rotating priorities based on program deliverables and project timelines.
- Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment required.
- Ability to work in English, French considered an asset.
What MiHR has to offer
- Competitive salary + bonus
- Competitive benefits package
- Group RRSP matching
- 3 weeks vacation
Schedule
- 7.5 hour work day
- Monday-Friday
- Ability to participate in a hybrid working model with a blend of time working in office and working from home.
Job Type: Full time, Permanent
Salary Range: $75,000 to $90,000 + Bonus
Location: Kanata, ON
How to apply
Send us your resume and cover letter in PDF format to hr@mihr.ca to tell us why you would like to work with us and why you think we would be a good fit for you!
MiHR is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants, and are focused on fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusionary workplace. We are committed to equal opportunity and welcome people of any gender identity, race, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental ability, ethnicity, or any underrepresented groups to apply. Please let us know if you require any accommodations throughout the interview process.
We encourage all candidates to apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
