Paramaribo, Suriname – Zijin Rosebel Gold Mines N.V. (RGM) successfully hosted its Job Fair 2026 on Friday, May 29, bringing together thousands of job seekers, students, graduates, and professionals interested in exploring career opportunities within the mining industry.
The event formed part of RGM’s ongoing commitment to workforce development, community engagement, and the promotion of sustainable employment opportunities in Suriname. Through direct interaction with visitors, the Company showcased the wide range of career paths available within modern mining while strengthening its employer brand and expanding its talent pipeline for future growth.
More than 3,500 individuals registered online prior to the event, demonstrating significant public interest. Despite rainy weather conditions throughout the day, attendance exceeded expectations, with well over 1,000 visitors attending the Job Fair and engaging with company representatives.
Building the Future Workforce
The primary objective of the Job Fair was to connect with potential candidates, promote employment and development opportunities within RGM, and encourage greater awareness of careers in the mining industry.
As one of Suriname’s leading mining companies, RGM recognizes the importance of investing in local talent and creating pathways for employment, professional development, and long-term career growth. The event provided an opportunity for visitors to learn more about the mining sector while allowing the Company to identify potential candidates for current and future workforce needs.
Visitors included engineers, technical professionals, experienced workers, recent graduates, students, and individuals interested in internships, scholarships, trainee programs, and long-term career opportunities within the mining sector.
Showcasing Opportunities Across the Business
Representatives from multiple departments participated in the Job Fair, providing information about their operations, career requirements, and development opportunities. Participating departments included:
• Mine Operations
• Mine Maintenance
• Mine Technical Services
• Mill Operations
• Mill Electrical, Laboratory & Planning
• Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
• Supply Chain
• Human Resources
• Information Technology
• Finance
• Camp Management
• Compliance & Risk
Visitors received information about full-time employment opportunities, internship programs, scholarship opportunities, graduate and trainee development programs, technical career paths, and talent pool registration opportunities.
Particular attention was given to internship opportunities for NATIN and university students, the NATIN Graduate Program, scholarship opportunities for recent graduates, and RGM’s talent pool initiatives designed to support future recruitment needs.
Bringing Mining Closer to the Community
One of the highlights of the event was the opportunity for members of the public to gain a deeper understanding of the mining industry through interactive displays and demonstrations.
Departmental exhibits, mining equipment miniatures, a detailed mine and mill model, ore samples, Safety and Human Resources workshop sessions, and a dedicated “How to Apply” station attracted significant interest throughout the day. Visitors especially appreciated the opportunity to engage directly with employees from operational and technical departments and learn firsthand about daily activities within the mining operation.
Beyond recruitment, the Job Fair served as an educational platform that helped bridge the gap between industry and community. By providing greater insight into mining operations and the wide range of careers available, the event encouraged more individuals to consider opportunities within the mining sector and contributed to the long-term development of mining talent in Suriname.
Strong Interest and Positive Engagement
Throughout the event, visitors frequently asked questions about available vacancies, educational requirements, internship and scholarship opportunities, career advancement possibilities, working conditions, benefits, and application procedures.
RGM representatives reported strong engagement and positive feedback from attendees, many of whom expressed appreciation for the opportunity to interact directly with employees and recruiters while learning more about the Company’s operations and culture.
The event also generated a substantial number of CV submissions and employment applications, with attendees either submitting their resumes or completing application forms during the Job Fair.
A notable trend observed during the event was the strong interest shown by young professionals and students, particularly in administrative, maintenance, and operational disciplines.
Supporting Sustainable Workforce Development
The Job Fair reflects RGM’s broader commitment to developing local talent and building a sustainable workforce for the future. By strengthening relationships with educational institutions, students, graduates, and professionals, the Company continues to create opportunities that support both individual career growth and the long-term success of Suriname’s mining industry.
RGM’s key message throughout the event emphasized the Company’s commitment to safety, development, diversity, innovation, and community investment. Visitors were encouraged to view mining not only as an industry, but as a sector that offers meaningful careers, professional growth, and opportunities to contribute to national development.
Reflecting on the success of the event, the organizing team noted:
“The RGM Job Fair 2026 demonstrated the incredible potential of local talent in Suriname. We are proud to create opportunities that connect people with meaningful careers while supporting the future growth of our workforce and community.”
The success of the event was made possible through the strong collaboration of multiple departments, the enthusiastic participation of employees, and the support of educational institutions and community members. The impressive number of registrations and visitors, despite the rainy weather, highlighted the continued interest in career opportunities within the mining sector and reinforced the importance of initiatives that connect industry and community.
RGM Job Fair 2026
“Explore Opportunities. Build Your Career.”
