HR Officer at Eta-Zuma Group W/A Limited

Eta-Zuma Group is a company of 8 separate companies with exploration licenses covering diverse solid minerals like iron ore, gold, tantalite, coal, limestone/marble, etc. In April 2009, these eight companies were acquired by Energy and Metal Industries Limited to form the Eta-Zuma Group Limited.

ETA-ZUMA Group is an indigenous conglomerate with interests in diverse strategic sectors of the economy.

The acquisition was spurred by the economic reason to consolidate the diverse licenses into a balanced portfolio that will reduce risk and position the emerging company to exploit emerging market opportunities in a global commodities market that is on a rebound. The acquisition also included Eta-Zuma Group Limited – a key player in the emerging solid minerals industry of Nigeria.

The acquisitions increased the size of the company more than five-fold. The Group re-opened earlier exploration sites and has since invested over $10million in proving reserves of especially marble and opening up new coal reserves and in new plant and machinery.

The headquarters at Abuja currently coordinates mainly exploration activities at all exploration sites especially in the Kogi block now in partnership with the technical partners EMI and the Geological Institute of Ukraine. These activities are projected to see Eta-Zuma-group with a projected minimum turnover of $1bn with management, production, sale and distribution of coal and other minerals supporting thousands more jobs in businesses involved in the supply of equipment, goods and services.

Projections indicate that over 50% of all the coal mined in Nigeria will be produced by Eta-Zuma-group before year 2014 mainly via surface mine sites principally located in the Kogi and Enugu blocks. Most of the proposed coal to be mined will be used for the generation of electricity. The Group plans to process output from its lignite deposits in the Delta block into briquettes and other domestic power fuels for use mainly in the northern parts of Nigeria in keeping with her environmental protection initiatives.Job Summary

The HR Officer will be stationed primarily at the mining sites, ensuring the consistent application of company policies and practices across daily Open Cast and Highwall Mining operations.
This role involves supervising workforce conduct, monitoring compliance with safety and attendance standards, and serving as a link between site activities and the Human Capital Management (HCM) Unit.
The officer plays a vital role in maintaining discipline, promoting safety adherence, and supporting workforce coordination during mining operations.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise and monitor personnel working in the mining operational areas to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
Conduct spot checks to confirm that assigned tasks are carried out correctly and that safety protocols are observed.
Enforce proper conduct on‑site, addressing or escalating cases of misconduct as necessary.
Participate in roll calls before and after mining shifts to verify attendance and manpower adequacy.
Ensure staff allocation aligns with operational plans, safety requirements, and manpower needs.
Monitor adherence to attendance and safety regulations within the mining environment.
Compile and submit daily and weekly workforce reports, with emphasis on Highwall Mining operations.
Support onboarding of newly employed site workers and provide orientation on company policies and expectations.
Assist in organizing sensitization sessions related to the ZCL Employee Handbook and workplace conduct.
Collaborate with Safety Officers and Site Supervisors during inspections or safety reviews.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the HCM Supervisor/Head – General Services.

Qualifications & Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or a related social science field.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in HR operations, employee relations, or supervisory roles, preferably within mining, construction, manufacturing, oil & gas, or other high‑activity operational environments.
Strong leadership, coordination, and workforce management abilities, with proven experience supporting field-based teams.
High level of attention to detail, confidentiality, and integrity, especially in documentation, reporting, and compliance monitoring.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with HR information systems or digital reporting tools.
Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in fast-paced, dynamic, or semi-remote operational settings.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse workforce groups, including technical and field personnel.