Merel van Den Bergh
Senior Recruitment Specialist @Foran Mining
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Recruitment Specialist @Foran Mining
Parksville, BC, CA
Lead recruitment strategy across corporate and mine site operations, with full accountability for delivery, quality, and outcomes.• Build and execute the full hiring process, from workforce planning through final offers, including setting standards, timelines, and decision frameworks.• Lead the full implementation and ongoing optimization of the CRM/ATS system, improving efficiency and hiring manager usability.• Delivered sustained high volume hiring of 300+ new employees annually, aligned with business needs, operational readiness, and workforce plans.• Develop scalable recruitment frameworks for permanent and contract roles to support rapid growth and sustained hiring volumes.• Advise executives on talent strategy, diversity, and employer branding.• Manage job descriptions, offer letters, and employment agreements.• Provide day-to-day guidance and functional oversight and development support to the recruitment team.• Lead recruitment events, employer branding, and pipeline development.• Align hiring activity with business strategy, work schedules, and site logistics.• Partner with Indigenous communities and internal stakeholders to support Indigenous workforce participation and hiring commitments.
EDUCATION
Saxion University of Applied Sciences
Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Hotel Management
SKILLS
ABOUT MEREL VAN DEN BERGH
Strategic recruitment leader with a foundation in hotel management, bringing over a decade of experience in leading high-performance teams, delivering exceptional service, and navigating fast-paced, people-driven environments. Drive end-to-end hiring across corporate and remote operations within the Mining Industry. Built scalable processes from the ground up, including workforce planning, structured interviews, and employment frameworks for both permanent and contract roles. Partner closely with executive leadership on talent strategy, diversity initiatives, and employer branding. Known for balancing hands-on execution with high-level problem solving in a fast-growing, complex environment. People-first approach with the ability to connect authentically across all levels—understanding individual needs and aligning top talent with the right opportunities while meeting the evolving needs of the business.
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