About the opportunity
Do you want to work with people who can inspire you with their passion, share their ideas and provide you with first class on-the-job training? As an Alcoa apprentice you have an opportunity to combine hands on experience with theoretical knowledge, learning from those who value the importance of quality workmanship and maintaining a safe work environment.
We encourage and support you to participate in diverse work practises daily while working within a collaborative team contributing to our inclusive culture.
As a company we know diversity makes us stronger. For over 17 years Alcoa has been named an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality. Alcoa proudly champions a Women in Operations (WIO) program, encouraging hard-working women to take opportunities and develop exciting careers. We always strive to do more! We value our employees and their opinions.
Your training at Alcoa will give you a competitive edge in the job market, leading to a nationally recognised trade certificate that could take you anywhere! All of this whilst working for a company with an outstanding safety performance that has a strong focus towards creating environmental sustainability in every way possible.
As part of this four-year Apprenticeship Program that will commence in early January 2022, you will be:
Working in the main WAO workshop situation within the Pinjarra Refinery.
Learning to identify mechanical components, evaluate parts for re-use or replacement and operate close measurement tolerances on such items as shafts, pulleys, gearbox and pump parts.
Trained in laser alignment and use of precision measuring tools, work from technical drawings and sketches that will help you operate close measurement tolerances.
Overhauling centrifugal pumps, vacuum pumps, worm and helical reduction gear boxes, bevel gears drives, hydraulic pumps and rams, pneumatic tools, rail bogeys and Alcoa control valves.
Trained in the safe operation of various machine tools including: centre lathes, grinding and milling machines, horizontal and vertical boring machines and a computerised CNC lathe.
Involved in the repair, diagnosis, service and maintenance of components of fixed plant mechanical equipment.
About you
We want individuals who are passionate about how mechanical components operate and who enjoy technically based work involving pulling components apart, rebuilding and refurbishing.
We seek proactive candidates with a genuine desire to search for opportunities to improve their skills and knowledge. Do you enjoy problem solving and fault finding? An apprenticeship with Alcoa can kick start your career; but your attitude is everything. Show us what you’re capable of, be driven to optimise your learning potential and you will achieve a career with endless opportunities.
To play a part in our ongoing success we are seeking someone with:
A high dedication and focus towards safety.
A good academic record with a proven interest in mechanical fitting and machining.
Been involved in any related extracurricular activities or have gained relevant knowledge in that field.
A current, valid Australian ‘Learners’ Drivers Licence or working towards.
To be eligible for an Alcoa Apprenticeship you must have completed year 10 at a minimum with a high pass in Mathematics and English combined with a good attendance record. Additionally, completion of a pre-apprenticeship and work experience relevant to the trade you are applying for will be considered highly desirable.
For the right candidate, flexible work arrangements would be considered for this role. Please let us know when you apply if this is something you are seeking.
Why Alcoa?
Our values – act with integrity, operate with excellence, care for people – are at the foundation of everything we do.
At Alcoa we strive to create an inclusive workplace where employees can bring their whole selves to work regardless of their background. We know it starts and finishes with you, which is why our value ‘care for people’ is so important to us. It ensures not only your physical safety but also provides an inclusive and welcoming workplace for people from all walks of life, encouraging diversity of thought from each and every person.
We embrace change, new ideas and promote a culture of respect and equal opportunity. Our employment programs, underpinned by diversity and equality, continue to be recognised and rewarded. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women and LGBTIQ+ job seekers.
As an Alcoa employee, you will embark on growth opportunities and can truly make a difference being part of an organisation that respects and considers flexibility whilst empowering you with stimulating and challenging work.
Flexible work arrangements may be considered, please let us know when you apply if this is something you are seeking.
What’s on offer?
Excellent remuneration package
Secure, permanent and local employment without FIFO pressures
Provision of all your work clothing, PPE and tooling
Average working week of 36 hours
Industry leading superannuation
Industry leading parental leave scheme
Paid annual volunteer hours
Employee Assistance Program
Novated car lease scheme
Employee groups including the Social Club, Alcoa Women’s Network and EAGLE (Employees at Alcoa for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Equality)
How to apply:
Click ‘Apply’ and create a Workday account using a current email address.
In the ‘Quick Apply’ section please upload your most recent school grade report where it requests to upload your CV (if you left school more than three years ago, by the end of 2017, then please upload your current CV or university transcript). Without this key documentation, your application will NOT be accepted.
Under the ‘My Experience’ section under Resume / CV heading, you have the option to upload your CV or any other additional documents that will compliment your application.
Complete the Apprentice Questionnaire to provide any information to support your application.
Please note, for any current students or recent school leavers it is essential that your school grade report is attached for your application to be considered.
Applications close: Monday, 19th July 2021
Please note that no agency applications will be accepted at this time.
Additional information
You will only be contacted if you are shortlisted for an interview, this process can take up to four weeks from the closing date.
This position is available only to permanent Australian residents or applicants who hold the relevant Visa with authority to work in Australia. Please ensure this information is clearly stated on your application.
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