Chief Human Resources Officer (Metals & Mining)

CoreX Holding is a highly diversified, vertically integrated, global industrial conglomerate established in 2024 by Robert Yüksel YILDIRIM after 35 years of his vast industrial, financial, and operational experience at YILDIRIM Group. With financial headquarters in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, and operational headquarters in Istanbul, Türkiye, CoreX is dedicated to creating new success stories through a visionary approach and exponential growth under the leadership and vision of its founder, Robert Yüksel YILDIRIM.

CoreX now operates in 9 sectors, including metals & mining, ports & terminals, green energy, shipping & logistics, infrastructure & construction, oil & gas, chemicals, international trading, financial investments, and venture capital. The company is active in 55 countries across 5 continents, employing over 20,000 people globally.

CoreX Metals & Mining , the metals and mining subsidiary of CoreX Holding, operates as part of a global network spanning 20 companies in 11 countries. Since the initiation of its operations, CoreX Metals & Mining has been focusing on metals and mining operations for chrome, nickel, gold, copper, polymetals mining, ferroalloys, and chrome chemicals through exploring, extracting, and processing mineral sources. The company now holds a strong presence in Türkiye, Netherlands, Kazakhstan, Sweden, Switzerland, Côte d'Ivoire, Albania, Kosovo, North Macedonia, USA and Colombia, operating 20 companies. CoreX Metals & Mining actively seeks new international opportunities and investments to develop its capabilities and productivity while placing sustainability at the heart of all its strategies, decisions, and actions. With a mission to sustainably operate, the company adopts its "Zero Waste" and "Net-Zero" philosophy, ensuring the highest efficiency in resource management and minimal environmental impact.

We are looking for a Chief Human Resources Officer (Metals & Mining) to be assigned at our headquarters in Maslak, Istanbul, for CoreX Metals & Mining.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 15 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 5 years in a senior HR leadership role within a multinational corporation or a global industrial group in the metals and mining sectors
• Strong understanding of labor unions, workforce structures and dynamics in surface and/or underground mining operations
• Strong track record of managing cross-border HR processes, global mobility, and international workforce integration
• Demonstrated ability to work with multiple stakeholders in a complex, matrix reporting environment
• In-depth knowledge of labor laws, social security practices, occupational health & safety regulations, and data privacy compliance
• Proven ability to think strategically, lead change, and drive organizational and process improvements
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
• Hands-on experience with HRIS systems (e.g., SAP SuccessFactors or similar platforms)
• Advanced level of English
• Willingness to travel and work actively on-site at mining facilities and subsidiaries when required

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive HR strategies aligned with the holding’s vision, business goals, and operational model across the company and its subsidiaries
• Ensure seamless integration of HR processes between field operations (mines, plants, camp areas) and the head office
• Conduct strategic workforce planning, identify talent needs, and manage end-to-end recruitment processes
• Design and implement employee engagement and retention programs tailored to the challenges of mining and remote site environments
• Establish and oversee performance management systems, promoting a culture of continuous feedback and development
• Design and manage compensation, benefits, and incentive systems in line with industry benchmarks and company strategy
• Lead training and development initiatives for both white- and blue-collar employees to support upskilling and career progression
• Manage labor union relations, collective bargaining processes, and communication with employee representatives, where applicable
• Collaborate closely with the Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) department to foster a strong HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) culture
• Ensure full compliance with labor laws, social security regulations, and data protection laws (e.g., KVKK/GDPR)
• Monitor and analyze HR metrics and provide actionable insights to senior leadership
• Lead, mentor, and develop the HR team across the organization and its affiliates, promoting a consistent and high-performance HR culture

We look forward to meeting you!

Many thanks for your attention in advance