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About the job
The Electrical Project Officer role based out of our Huntly and Willowdale Operations will primarily focus on scoping, quoting, planning, constructability reviewing, supervising, executing, commissioning and closing out key capital and non-capital project works as a part of the Mines Engineering team.
Projects primarily focus on electrical upgrades and modifications to the crushing, conveying, sampling, stacking, reclaiming, train loading, and electrical power distribution systems which are critical to the reliable supply of bauxite from these operations.
The Electrical Project Officer will be required to supervise/manage projects that involve both electrical and mechanical work. This work is critical to the successful operation/maintenance of the conveying systems. Close supervision and adherence to standards is essential.
About you
To play a part in our ongoing success we are seeking someone with:
Electrical Trade certificate with A Class Electrical License
Minimum 5 years supervisory experience of electricians in a heavy industry facility
HV Switching certification – desirable
HV Switching experience – desirable
Why Alcoa?
Our values – act with integrity, operate with excellence, care for people, lead with courage – 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 are underpinned by diversity and equality and 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?
Competitive remuneration package
Career development opportunities
Monthly Leisure Day
Four weeks annual leave
Benefits allowance
Performance related bonus (variable)
Superannuation above guarantee
16 weeks paid parental leave scheme
Paid annual volunteer hours
Employee groups including the Social Club, Alcoa Women’s Network, EAGLE (Employees at Alcoa for Gay, Lesbian, bisexual and transgender Equality) and AWARE (Alcoans Working Actively for Racial-ethnic Equality)
Our Locations
Alcoa’s Australian operations represent one of the world’s largest integrated bauxite mining, alumina refining and aluminium smelting systems and add value to Australia’s local, state and national economies at every stage. Our Australian operations support approximately 4,370 direct jobs including multiple entry talent pathways/programs, predominantly in regional Western Australia.
Supported by our head office in Booragoon and the Bindjareb Regional office in Pinjarra, our operations include: our world-class Technology Development Centre of Excellence (COE), two bauxite mines in Western Australia (Huntly and Willowdale); three alumina refineries in Western Australia (Kwinana, Pinjarra and Wagerup); one aluminium smelter in Victoria (Portland); two dedicated port facilities in Western Australia (Kwinana and Bunbury); and two Alcoa Farmlands sites in Western Australia (Pinjarra and Wagerup).
Applications close
Friday 16th June 2023
Additional information
Interviews may progress prior to the closing date, although all applications will be considered.
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.
Please note that no agency applications will be accepted at this time.
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