Employee & Industrial Relations Superintendent

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  • Democratic Republic of the Congo
Job ID 2000 Closing date 10/09/2026 Last Updated 10/08/2026

Mutanda Mining (MUMI S.A.R.L) is a mining company whose registered office is at No. 4746, Avenue Laurent Désiré Kabila, Mutoshi District, Manika Commune, City of Kolwezi. Its operating headquarters, the center of its main activities, is located about 42 km from the city of Kolwezi in the province of Lualaba in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

MUMI is recruiting an : " Employee & Industrial Relations Superintendent  "

 

  • Number of vacancies: 1
  • Position level: Management
  • Type of contract: Permanent contract.
  • Position Category: Superintendent.
  • Deadline for applications: August 17, 2026.

 

Main objectives of the position

 

Under the direct supervision of the Human Resources Services & Administration Manager, the Employee & Industrial Relations Superintendent is responsible for promoting positive employee and industrial relations by fostering a productive, respectful, and legally compliant work environment. The incumbent will oversee employee relations, labor relations, disciplinary management, and regulatory compliance while ensuring effective engagement with unions, government authorities, and key stakeholders. The role supports safe, sustainable, and efficient mining operations through proactive conflict resolution, sound employee relations practices, and compliance with labor legislation and company standards.

 

Minimum qualification

 

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Social Sciences, Industrial Psychology, Law, Business Management/Administration, or a related discipline.

 

Required Experience

  • Minimum of 7 years of proven experience in Employee Relations, Industrial Relations, Human Resources, or a related field.
  • Experience within the mining, industrial, or heavy industry sector will be an added advantage.
  • Strong knowledge of employment legislation, labor relations, collective bargaining, and disciplinary management.
  • Experience working in operational, multicultural, and unionized environments

 

Required skills

 

  • Excellent knowledge of employment laws, labor legislation, and industrial relations practices.
  • Proven experience in conflict resolution, mediation, and grievance management.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee matters with integrity and professionalism.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to develop, monitor, and report on Employee Relations KPIs and trends.
  • Good project management and change management capabilities.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and facilitation skills.
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
  • Digital proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Fluency in both English and French.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

  • Act as the primary point of contact for employees and managers on employee and industrial relations matters, providing professional advice and guidance.
  • Foster constructive relationships with employee representatives and labor unions to maintain a harmonious industrial relations environment.
  • Coordinate union elections, organize statutory and consultative meetings, and monitor the implementation of agreed action plans.
  • Lead and support Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) negotiations, reviews, and implementation.
  • Resolve employee grievances, conflicts, and disputes through effective mediation and negotiation while ensuring compliance with established procedures and timelines.
  • Ensure compliance with the Democratic Republic of Congo labor legislation, Glencore standards, and company policies relating to employee relations and disciplinary management.
  • Coordinate and support internal and external audits conducted by government institutions and certification bodies, ensuring corrective actions are implemented effectively.
  • Manage disciplinary processes for employees up to Superintendent level, ensuring consistency, fairness, and legal compliance.
  • Provide coaching and guidance to line managers on employee relations, disciplinary matters, and labor law compliance.
  • Monitor employee relations trends, disciplinary cases, grievances, and protected concerns, providing regular reports and recommendations to management.
  • Develop and maintain employee relations reporting systems, dashboards, and key performance indicators to support data-driven decision-making.
  • Collaborate with the Learning and Development team to deliver employee relations and labor law awareness programs.
  • Promote employee wellbeing, respectful workplace behaviors, and positive employee engagement initiatives.
  • Support the integration of Health, Safety, Environmental, and Sustainability (HSE&S) principles into employee relations practices and workplace behaviors.
  • Promote compliance with environmental management requirements, Glencore environmental standards, and MUMI SARL's Environmental Policy.
  • Ensure compliance with Glencore's environmental management requirements and procedures as well as MUMI SARL's environmental policy.

MUMI S.A.R.L does not accept applications submitted by people under the age of eighteen (18). In accordance with article 1 of the Labor Code of the Democratic Republic of Congo, MUMI receives all applications without distinction or discrimination. However, as part of its Equal Opportunity, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion program, applications from women are strongly encouraged.

In accordance with our Compliance Policy and Code of Conduct, MUMI or its employees do not receive any remuneration or benefits of any kind at any stage of the recruitment process. Violators are subject to legal action.

Any act or attempt of bribery related to this job application must be reported via the Glencore Group Raising Concerns Programme channels. Please scan the QR code to access the channels.

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Furthermore, MUMI S.A.R.L pursues the objective of a transparent, fair and equitable recruitment process and, therefore, does not tolerate any interference or intervention in any way whatsoever in its recruitment process. Any failure on this point will result in the immediate disqualification of the candidate concerned.