Glencore Africa Jobs – 17 August 2026

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Employee & Industrial Relations Superintendent

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, theEmployee & 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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HR Services Team Lead

Global HR Operations & Payroll Services, the HR Hub

Melrose, Johannesburg, South Africa

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated HR Services Team Lead to lead within the Global HR Services team in Johannesburg, South Africa, through the HR Hub which supports HR administration for multiple Glencore offices worldwide. This role combines end-to-end HR operational delivery with regional ownership, process design, and cross-functional leadership. The HR Services Partner – Team Lead drives consistency, governance, and continuous improvement across the employee lifecycle for assigned regions, while acting as the subject-matter expert and knowledge anchor for the HR Hub team. The ideal candidate has demonstrated the ability to move beyond transactional execution into designing processes, resolving complex escalations, and mentoring colleagues, all while maintaining high integrity, accuracy, and confidentiality.

Primary Task & Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible to prepare employment contracts, amendments, termination agreements, and related documentation in line with global and local compliance requirements across multiple locations; ensure accuracy and consistency of terms and collaborate with HR Leads to update templates as necessary.
• Hold full ownership of HR operations for assigned regions, with coverage of additional regions and global topics as required, operating independently and taking accountability for outcomes.
• Lead end-to-end onboarding for new countries as the business expands into new markets and coordinate day-to-day onboarding and offboarding as point of contact for new hires and departing/transferring employees.
• Establish benefits, payroll inputs, policies, and Workday configuration for new markets, including relevant market research.
• Develop and maintain HR Services SOPs, lifecycle documentation, and country handbooks and Core pages across assigned markets.
• Manage employee digital personnel e-files and ensure Workday records remain accurate through regular reporting and controlling.
• Validate, retest, and ensure correct configuration of Workday and other core HR systems; own set-up, testing, and training (hub and local teams) of relevant HR case-management/service tools, including implementation.
• Design and maintain the payroll summary process bridging HR and Payroll execution, in addition to ensuring data completeness ahead of cut-off.
• Own resolution of major escalations, audits, and legacy liabilities as they arise across the region.
• Manage transfers globally across different entities, including complex cross-entity and cross-border cases.
• Liaise with Regional and Global Leads to ensure compliance with local labour laws and global standards, and support implementation of global processes, policies, and initiatives.
• Act as the knowledge anchor for assigned regions, coaching and upskilling hub colleagues, and contributing to training materials and knowledge-sharing for the HR Hub team.
• Serve as the HR point of contact for employees, managers, Recruiters, and HR Business Partners on employee lifecycle, benefits, absences, Workday, and related topics; escalate complex issues as needed.
• Propose and implement improvements to HR processes and the HR information system (Workday), driving efficiency and effectiveness.
• Maintain data integrity through queries, audits, and analysis.

Key Relationships:

• HR Business Partners
• Talent Acquisition Specialists
• Managers and Employees

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related study is beneficial.
• Proficiency in Workday or similar HRIS platforms
• Highly proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite, for example MS Word, Excel, etc

Work Experience & Skill Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience in HR operations or transactional shared services, particularly in environments supporting multiple countries.
• Experience in managing the employee lifecycle, onboarding, offboarding, HR administration or other relevant role.
• Highly skilled in analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
• Advanced proficiency in both written and spoken English.
• Ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels.
• Comfortable working independently, cross function, in a dynamic environment.
• Has ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines, while committed to delivering high-quality service.
• Takes initiative, is attentive to detail and maintains a high level of accountability and ownership.
• Works well within a professional corporate environment, across teams and geographies.
• Ability to communicate in other languages such as Chinese or Spanish may be beneficial.

Who we are

Glencore is one of the world’s largest global diversified natural resource companies and a major producer and marketer of more than 60 commodities. Through a network of assets, customers and suppliers that spans the globe, we produce, process, recycle, source, market and distribute the commodities that advance everyday life.

With over 140,000 employees and contractors and a strong footprint in over 30 countries in both established and emerging regions for natural resources, our marketing and industrial activities are supported by a global network of offices.

Glencore’s customers are principally industrial consumers, such as those in the automotive, steel, power generation, battery manufacturing and oil sectors. We also provide financing, logistics and other services to producers and consumers of commodities.
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Social Performance, Human Rights & Security Manager

We are one of the world’s largest producers and marketers of copper with our mining and development projects within the key mining regions of Africa & the Americas.

Social Performance, Human Rights & Security Manager

Department

Copper Department

Location

Johannesburg, South Africa; Baar, Switzerland; or Santiago, Chile

Reporting Line

Global Head of HSEC & Human Rights – Copper

Direct Reports

2

Role Purpose

The Social Performance, Human Rights & Security Manager plays a critical role in enabling business success across Glencore’s Copper operations through the effective management of social, human rights, security, and reputational risks and opportunities.

The role provides strategic leadership, technical expertise, governance oversight, and operational support to regional and asset teams, ensuring that social performance, human rights, and security considerations are effectively integrated into business planning, project development, and operational decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Counsel, Partnership & Support

• Provide strategic guidance and technical support to Copper operations across social performance, human rights, and security disciplines.
• Partner with regional and asset leadership teams to identify, manage, and mitigate social and reputational risks.
• Support the development and implementation of strategies related to:
  • Social risk and reputation management
  • Security and human rights
  • Community consultation and stakeholder engagement
  • First Nations and Indigenous Peoples engagement
  • Cultural heritage management
  • Social investment and sustainable development
  • Socio-economic development initiatives
  • Land acquisition and resettlement

Social Risk Management

• Ensure appropriate controls and mitigation measures are in place to effectively manage social risks across the Copper portfolio.
• Assess the adequacy of risk controls based on risk severity, operational complexity, and potential business impact.
• Monitor emerging social and stakeholder-related risks and support the development of proactive management strategies.

Security & Human Rights

• Provide strategic oversight of security risk management across Copper operations.
• Ensure security strategies, standards, and controls are aligned with Glencore’s human rights commitments and social performance objectives.
• Support implementation of security programs that protect people, assets, operations, and reputation while remaining proportionate to the operating context and risk environment.
• Promote alignment with international human rights standards and responsible security practices.

Social Performance Planning & Execution

• Support the development and implementation of effective social performance plans across regional and asset operations.
• Ensure social performance initiatives provide a coordinated and holistic approach to managing key social and reputational risks.
• Promote integration across related functions, including:
  • Human Rights
  • Security
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Social Investment
  • Socio-economic Development
  • Environmental Management
  • Corporate Affairs and Communications

Social Investment & Community Impact

• Support the development and governance of social investment strategies across the Copper portfolio.
• Ensure investments contribute to sustainable and measurable benefits for local communities.
• Monitor and evaluate the long-term social and economic impact of community investment programs.
• Promote approaches that strengthen community resilience, prosperity, and local development outcomes.

Project Development & Stage-Gate Support

• Ensure social considerations and long-term community impacts are effectively incorporated into project design and development activities.
• Collaborate with project, environmental, and corporate affairs teams to review Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIAs).
• Participate in project stage-gate reviews and provide expert input on social performance, human rights, security, and stakeholder considerations.
• Support project teams in identifying and mitigating social risks throughout the project lifecycle.

Governance, Assurance & Continuous Improvement

• Lead monitoring and due diligence activities relating to the implementation of Glencore’s Social Performance and Human Rights policies, standards, and governance requirements across the Copper portfolio.
• Assess compliance, identify improvement opportunities, and support corrective action plans.
• Provide assurance and performance reporting to Copper and Group leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen social performance, human rights, and security outcomes across operations and projects.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Human Rights, International Development, Law, Sustainability, Environmental Management, Political Science, or a related discipline.
• Postgraduate qualification in Sustainability, Human Rights, Community Development, Public Policy, Security Studies, or a related field preferred.
• Significant experience in social performance, human rights, stakeholder engagement, sustainability, security, or related disciplines within the mining, natural resources, infrastructure, or industrial sectors.
• Demonstrated experience advising senior leaders on complex social, stakeholder, security, and reputational issues.
• Experience working across multiple jurisdictions and cultures, ideally within global or regional operational environments.
• Strong understanding of international human rights frameworks and industry standards related to responsible mining and security management.

Skills & Competencies

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving
• Social risk and stakeholder management
• Human rights due diligence and governance
• Security risk management
• Community and Indigenous engagement
• Influencing and stakeholder relationship management
• Leadership and collaboration across diverse teams
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Cultural awareness and global mindset
• High ethical standards and sound judgement

Key Relationships

Copper Department

• Regional and Asset Leads in Social Performance, Human Rights, Security, Environment, Legal and Corporate Affairs

Group Projects & Technical Services

• Country Leads in Social Performance, Human Rights, Security, Environment and Corporate Affairs

Group Functions

• Group Head of HSEC & Human Rights
• Group Head of Social Performance, Human Rights & Security
• Group Social Performance & Human Rights Manager
• Group Head of Sustainability

Success Measures

• Effective management of social, human rights, security, and reputational risks across the Copper portfolio.
• Strong governance and compliance with Social Performance and Human Rights standards.
• Continuous improvement of social performance outcomes and stakeholder relationships.
• Successful integration of social and human rights considerations into projects and operations.
• Delivery of sustainable and measurable community development outcomes.
• Strengthened collaboration across operational, project, and corporate functions.

Glencore is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone can achieve their full potential, regardless of their backgrounds. We aim to ensure that all perspectives and cultures, however numerous and varied, are welcomed, essential to our operations, and respected by each of our employees. We treat all our employees fairly and with dignity.

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Superintendent – Inventory Management (Demand Planning)

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 a: Superintendent – Inventory Management (Demand Planning)

1. Number of vacancies: 1
2. Position Level: Management
3. Type of contract: Permanent contract
4. Job Category: Superintendent
5. Deadline for applications: August26, 2026 

Main objectives of the position

Under the direct supervision of the Inventory Management Manager, the Superintendent Inventory Management (Demand Planning) is responsible for managing and coordinating demand planning and inventory forecasting activities to ensure accurate material availability, aligned with operational, maintenance and shutdown needs. He/She is responsible for translating operational and maintenance plans in anticipation of inventory demand and replenishment needs.

Minimum qualification

• University degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, engineering, or related field.
• Professional certifications such as APICS/CPIM, CSCP or equivalent are advantageous.

Required Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in supply chain, planning, procurement or inventory management.
• At least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Experience in mining, manufacturing, or heavy industry is highly valued.

Required skills

• Demand forecasting and inventory management.
• ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Pronto, JD Edwards, etc.).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills.
• Supply chain analysis and reporting.
• Understanding of purchasing and warehouse operations and transportation technologies.
• Analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Problem solving and business acumen.
• Communication and presentation skills.
• Stakeholder management, confidentiality and integrity.
• Strategic thinking and project management.
• Continuous improvement mentality.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain forecasts of moving inventory demand.
• Coordinate closely with operations and maintenance teams to understand future needs.
• Translate shutdown plans, maintenance schedules, and operational plans into inventory request signals.
• Monitor inventory consumption trends and forecast deviations.
• Maintain inventory planning settings, including min/max levels, order points, and safety stock.
• Support replenishment planning and inventory optimization initiatives.
• Monitor stock-out risks and proactively increase critical supply risks.
• Support working capital optimization through improved planning accuracy.
• Work closely with operations, maintenance, engineering, and purchasing teams to understand future needs.
• Coordinate with suppliers and procurement teams regarding forecasted demand.
• Facilitate communication between departments to ensure alignment of procurement plans with operational needs.
• Develop reports and dashboards on forecast accuracy and inventory demand trends.
• Coordinate with purchasing and warehouse teams to align supply execution.
• Support budgeting and inventory planning processes.
• Analyze trends in inventory utilization and recommend improvements to the storage strategy.
• Supervise and coach demand planners and inventory controllers.
• Set performance goals and conduct regular evaluations.
• Develop team capacity through training and mentoring.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and accountability
• Ensure demand planning activities support compliance with environmental regulations and company standards
• Support initiatives to reduce waste, energy consumption and carbon emissions within the supply chain.
• Support inventory optimization initiatives that reduce the waste of obsolete inventory and materials.
• Comply with Glencore’s environmental management requirements and procedures as well as MUMI SARL’s environmental policy.

To apply:

•Go to the following website: https://careers.glencorecopper.com/Copper/ or scan the QR Code below:

•Enter your username and password to access your candidate interface on our careers site.

•If you do not already have an account, please create one beforehand and keep your username and password for future use.

• Upload the following documents: copy of identity card, letter of application for employment, Curriculum Vitae (CV in French and English), ONEM card.

•Report any technical difficulties to the following address: application.Queries@mutandamining.com

N.B

• Only applications that meet the required criteria will be considered.
• Applications not contacted two weeks after the closing of this recruitment notice should be considered as not having been selected.
• Applications received will be kept in the Company’s database for a period of six (6) months in complete confidentiality.
• By sending your Curriculum Vitae, you give permission to MUMI SARL to share your information with the participants in the selection process for this position only; and checks of your academic and/or professional background, as well as your references may be undertaken.

IMPORTANT

MUMI SARL does not accept applications submitted by persons under the age of eighteen (18).

In accordance with Article 1 of the Labor Code of the Democratic Republic of Congo, MUMI SARL receives all applications without distinction or discrimination.

However, as part of its equal opportunity, diversity, equity, and inclusion agenda, female applications are strongly encouraged.

In accordance with our Compliance Policy and Code of Conduct, MUMI SARL 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 attempted bribery in connection with this application must be reported through  the Glencore Group’s “Speak Out and Express Concerns” channels.

Please scan the QR code below to access the channels.

Stay very vigilant about employment scams!

We have been informed that unauthorized persons are falsely using the name and logo of MUMI SARL to post false job offers and/or ask for money. MUMI SARL never asks for a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.

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.

Click here to apply

We wish you all the best with your applications