Position SummaryThe Human Resources Manager WMM Operations serves as the primary operational Human Resources partner supporting Energy Fuels' mining and milling operations. Based at the White Mesa Mill, this position works closely with site leadership, employees, Payroll, Finance, Safety, and Corporate Human Resources to support the consistent administration of HR programs, policies, compensation initiatives, employee relations, workforce planning, and payroll activities across Company locations.
The position maintains strong ties to field operations and the Corporate Office and is required to conduct occasional visits to Company operating locations. The Human Resources Manager WMM Operations will develop and maintain proficiency in Company payroll processes and provide payroll backup coverage as needed. The position reports to the HR Director of Uranium Division with a dotted line to VP, Processing Operations and works collaboratively with other operational leaders to carry out Company HR priorities.
Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesHR Operations and Site Support- Serve as the primary operational HR resource for employees, supervisors, and managers at mine and mill locations.
- Partner with site leadership on employee relations, workforce planning, organizational needs, staffing changes, and personnel matters.
- Provide guidance on Company policy interpretation and support consistent application of HR practices across locations.
- Address employee questions and concerns promptly, professionally, and confidentially.
- Conduct or support workplace investigations and recommend appropriate next steps in coordination with Corporate Human Resources and management.
- Provide guidance regarding performance management, coaching, corrective action, and employee development.
- Support hiring, onboarding, transfers, promotions, job changes, compensation actions, leaves, and employee separations.
- Maintain regular visibility at Company operating locations and build effective working relationships with operational leaders and employees.
Compensation, Bonus, and Workforce Programs - Coordinate with site leadership, the Total Rewards Director, and the Corporate HR Manager in administering annual bonuses, incentive programs, and related employee communications.
- Assist with compensation studies, wage reviews, salary administration, market benchmarking, and internal equity analysis.
- Prepare and review compensation recommendations and supporting documentation.
- Support workforce planning, succession planning, employee development, and organizational-change initiatives.
- Prepare workforce, compensation, turnover, staffing, and other HR reports for management review.
- Assist with headcount planning, labor budgeting, and workforce forecasting as requested.
Payroll and HRIS Backup - The Human Resources Operations Manager will develop and maintain proficiency in Company payroll processes and provide payroll backup coverage as needed.
- Assist with payroll validation, reconciliations, audits, special payrolls, bonus payments, and employee data changes.
- Work with site leaders to resolve timecard, paid leave, hours-worked, and payroll-related questions.
- Coordinate employee changes affecting payroll, benefits, deductions, job titles, departments, locations, and compensation.
- Assist with HRIS data maintenance, reporting, audits, and process improvements.
Compliance and Administration- Assist with compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and Company policies.
- Support workers' compensation, unemployment, leave administration, and other HR compliance processes as assigned.
- Maintain accurate, organized, and confidential employee records and HR documentation.
- Prepare reports and documentation for internal and external audits.
- Assist with required government reports, workforce records, and recurring compliance activities.
- Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, systems, controls, communications, and service to Company locations.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications and Education- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, Psychology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- Minimum of five years of progressive Human Resources experience.
- Demonstrated experience with employee relations, compensation, HR compliance, and HR administration.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and be able to meet Company requirements for operating a Company or rental vehicle.
Preferred Qualifications- Experience supporting multiple locations or dispersed operations preferred.
- Experience in mining, milling, manufacturing, industrial, construction, or another operational environment preferred.
- Payroll administration or payroll-support experience preferred.
- SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification preferred; payroll certification is a plus.
- Experience with ADP Workforce Now or a comparable HRIS/payroll system preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities- Strong employee-relations, communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills.
- Working knowledge of employment practices and applicable employment laws.
- Understanding of compensation, incentive, payroll, benefits, and HRIS processes.
- Strong analytical, judgment, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution abilities.
- Ability to work independently while maintaining alignment with Corporate Human Resources.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and provide timely support across multiple locations.
- High degree of confidentiality, professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and HR technology systems.
- Ability to communicate effectively with hourly employees, supervisors, managers, executives, and external partners.
Travel and Working Conditions- Regular travel to Company mine sites, corporate, and other operating locations is required.
- Travel may include locations in Utah, Arizona, Colorado, Wyoming, and other areas as assigned.
- The position must be able to enter and work safely in mining, milling, industrial, and office environments.
- Work may require flexibility in schedule to support payroll deadlines, employee matters, operational needs, and travel.
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer are required.
- Ability to safely walk through operating areas and use required personal protective equipment during site visits.
Salary Range: $85,000 - 110,000 annually
The salary range is tied to the market for jobs performed in Utah. The salary offered to the successful candidate will be based on experience, qualifications, and/or education. The salary offer will not be based on a candidate's salary history, by law, Energy Fuels will not ask for information about salary history, nor should candidates share that information with the company.
This role may be eligible for participation in a discretionary annual bonus program, pursuant to which an employee may be awarded a percentage of their salary based on the company's performance and their own individual performance.
This role may be eligible for participation in a discretionary long-term incentive program, pursuant to which an employee may receive awards based on their level and individual performance.
Benefits- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Life and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Additional voluntary benefits may be available
This position is based out of Energy Fuels White Mesa Mill Facility in Blanding, Utah.
