CA Mining is proud to introduce the latest addition to our exceptional talent acquisition team. Lucia Baeza is CA Mining’s new dynamic Latin American Recruiter who brings a unique blend of Spanish communication expertise, passion for building connections, and a commitment to sustainable recruitment in the mining industry. Lucia holds a BA in Corporate Communications with Honors in Strategic Brand Management. Her primary focus has always been talent management, and she has taken the opportunity to expand her expertise into top talent acquisition with CA Mining. In a recent interview, Lucia shared insights into her journey, challenges, and her aspirations for transforming the recruitment landscape between Africa and Latin America.
Finding Synergy in Recruitment:
Lucia began her career journey somewhat unfamiliar with recruitment but quickly discovered a natural synergy between her communication background and the recruitment industry. Fueled by a passion for fostering human connections, she found reward in aiding companies’ growth through top talent acquisition while providing individual candidates with life changing opportunities. Lucia’s philanthropy and interest in helping others succeed is at the core of her daily motivation, uplifting and inspiring the morale at CA Mining.
Navigating Negative Perceptions and
Acknowledging Challenges in Mining:
Addressing negative perceptions surrounding the mining industry, Lucia emphasises the need to recognise the mining industry’s crucial role in supporting modern comforts. She is highly aware of the positive impact and benefits of sustainable mining practices. Lucia openly advocates for a sustainable and conscientious approach, ensuring that individuals placed in the mining industry are committed to making a positive impact. Acknowledging challenges like a scarcity of local talent, competition for skilled labor, and location-related issues, Lucia finds opportunities in new technologies, renewable energy, and sustainability. She advocates for companies to invest in employer branding, as well as benefits such as training, partnerships with educational institutions and competitive compensation to address challenges and capitalise on retention and talent acquisition opportunities.
Embracing Industry Trends:
Lucia stays up to date with the latest industry trends. Her current focus is with the energy transition and the growth of renewable energy projects in the Spanish-speaking world. Her committed immersion in the latest industry trends allows her to align closely with her areas of interest and expertise. Lucia advises Spanish clients and candidates to stay updated on industry trends and projects while emphasising patience throughout the recruitment process. Her guidance reflects a commitment to facilitating a reliable and informed recruitment experience.
Exciting Prospects for CA Mining:
Expressing enthusiasm about giving a voice to Spanish-speaking candidates, Lucia aims to position CA as a leading provider of recruitment services and industry insights in South America and Spain. She is committed at establishing strategic partnerships, innovative approaches, and a deep understanding of the Spanish-speaking markets, contributing significantly to businesses’ growth and success.
With Lucia in our team, CA Mining is confident in making a substantial impact on the South American and Spanish mining recruitment landscape. Her expertise and passion for building connections, commitment to sustainability, and strategic approach further position CA Mining as a trusted resource for both employers and job seekers.
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