In 2022, Hudbay launched a comprehensive culture initiative aimed at shaping a workplace culture aligned with its business goals.
Through interviews and workshops, Hudbay’s leadership team identified cultural attributes essential for achieving the desired outcome of a culture that is collaborative, agile, accountable, connected and performance driven. These were then aligned to Hudbay’s purpose statement and integrated into business unit and company-wide action plans. The plans include short- and long-term programs to strengthen each attribute.
One key action was the launch of the “ONETeam” leadership training program in 2023. Initially designed for the Manitoba Business Unit’s supervisory group (around 100 people) to focus on coaching and conflict resolution skills, it has been expanded into a six-day leadership development program for supervisors and upper-level management. Manitoba Business Unit supervisors completed the program in February 2024. The British Columbia Business Unit plans to roll it out in the fall, and Peru will integrate aspects into its existing leadership development programs.
Another insight from the culture initiative was the need to better prepare people who transition into leadership roles. Our “ONEImpact” program identified around 30 employees across the organization who have consistently performed at a high level and have the potential to move into a more senior leadership role. In January 2023, these employees began a two-year leadership development course. Activities in 2023 included engaging discussions with senior executives, various leadership courses, and a 360-degree review to understand strengths and opportunities.
Both programs include a focus on culture. ONETeam includes a full day of culture training, and ONEImpact dedicates a workshop to culture and driving results. This ensures leaders understand and align with our desired culture right from the start.
To foster female leadership, we expanded our support for a Canadian women-in-mining networking and leadership development program. In 2023, two women from Hudbay participated in the year-long program, featuring in-person meetings and virtual sessions to connect with and learn from other women in mining. Two more women have been sponsored by Hudbay to join the program in 2024.