Kate Placanica
About Kate Placanica
Kate Placanica is a Human Resources Superintendent with extensive experience in the mining, oil, and gas industries. She holds a Graduate Certificate in Workplace Health & Safety and a Post Graduate in Human Resource Management from RMIT University.
Current Role at Glencore
Kate Placanica serves as the Human Resources Superintendent at Glencore, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing HR functions at the Clermont Open Cut operation. Her responsibilities include workforce planning and implementing safety management systems, which are essential in the mining industry.
Previous Experience at Glencore
Prior to her current role, Kate Placanica worked at Glencore as a Senior Human Resources Coordinator from 2017 to 2020. During this three-year period, she contributed to various HR initiatives and supported the Newlands Open Cut Operation. Her experience at Glencore has provided her with a solid foundation in human resources within the mining sector.
Experience at Bechtel Oil, Gas, & Chemicals
Kate Placanica has significant experience in the oil and gas sector, having worked at Bechtel Oil, Gas, & Chemicals as an Employee Relations Representative. She was involved in the Wheatstone Project from 2015 to 2017 and the APLNG Project from 2013 to 2015. Her role focused on employee relations, where she managed workforce issues and contributed to project success.
Educational Background
Kate Placanica studied at the University of Newcastle, where she focused on Workplace Health & Safety, earning a Graduate Certificate in 2021. She also attended RMIT University, where she completed a Graduate Certificate in Human Resources Management and Services from 2018 to 2019, followed by a Post Graduate in Human Resource Management from 2018 to 2020. Her education has equipped her with essential skills for her HR career.
Professional Memberships and Expertise
Kate Placanica is a Professional Member of the Australian HR Institute (MAHRI), which signifies her commitment to the human resources profession. She possesses expertise in workforce planning and safety management systems, critical components for effective HR management in the mining, oil and gas, and construction industries.