Mining may be heavy on machinery, but it’s just as heavy on human capital. Harmony Australasia, a leading mining company operating in Australia and Papua New Guinea, recently completed a full-scale HR transformation with the help of Mastek, a digital engineering and cloud transformation partner. In just 56 weeks, the initiative rolled out Oracle HCM Cloud Applications, covering five legal entities and two business units—setting a new standard for HR modernization in the mining sector.
From Manual Processes to Real-Time Insights
Mining operations are complex, labor-intensive, and tightly regulated. Harmony’s goal was to streamline HR operations, improve workforce planning, and enhance employee engagement—all while maintaining strict safety and compliance standards.
With Mastek’s guidance, the company implemented a unified HR platform, bringing modules such as Oracle Recruiting Cloud, Core HR, Learning, Talent, Compensation, and HR Helpdesk into a single, cohesive system. The rollout was executed in one go-live event, providing an end-to-end, seamless experience for HR teams and employees alike.
Key Transformation Outcomes
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Unified HR Data: A single source of truth across Australia and PNG, supporting analytics and compliance reporting.
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Operational Efficiency: Automation reduced manual tasks, freeing HR teams to focus on higher-value work.
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Faster Decision-Making: Real-time dashboards empower leaders to act quickly.
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Workforce Mobility: Standardized processes simplify lifecycle events.
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Employee Engagement: Mobile-friendly tools increase adoption and accessibility.
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Change Management: Phased planning and clear communication built confidence across the workforce.
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Enhanced UX: Leveraging AI and Oracle Redwood UI, employees enjoy a more intuitive and engaging experience.
“This successful implementation of Oracle Fusion HCM Cloud is a proud milestone in Harmony Australasia’s digital journey,” said Sandra Almeida, Group HR Manager, Harmony Australasia. “Unifying workforce processes on a single cloud platform simplifies operations across geographies and creates a scalable foundation for our evolving workforce needs.”
Setting a Benchmark for HR in Mining
For Mastek, the project exemplifies disciplined execution and strong collaboration. Surya Nunna, EVP, AMEA, Mastek, noted, “Achieving this on schedule with zero escalations reflects not just the strength of our partnership but the dedication throughout the project execution. Harmony Australasia has set a new benchmark for HR excellence in the mining industry.”
As mining companies worldwide look to modernize HR and optimize workforce management, this transformation demonstrates how cloud-based HCM solutions can deliver measurable efficiency, compliance, and employee satisfaction—even in complex, highly regulated sectors.
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