Shape Your World
At Alcoa, you will become an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress. The way we see it, every Alcoan is a work-shaper, team-shaper, idea-shaper & world-shaper.
Are you a strategic administrative partner ready to drive global impact? This is your opportunity to step into a high-visibility role at the heart of Alcoa’s Perth HQ. Joining a culture that champions excellence and inclusion, you will provide sophisticated, high-level support to the VP of Asset Management and the VP of Safety, Health and Performance.
In this pivotal position, you are a valued member of the leaderships teams, ensuring Alcoa’s Global Operations move with precision, agility, and foresight. To support your professional longevity and well-being, this Monday to Friday role also includes a paid leisure day off every four weeks, as well as day to day flexibility, providing dedicated time to recharge while you maintain this critical business momentum.
Your Impact
As a proactive and collaborative leader in administration, you will quickly master the strategic direction of the business to stay three steps ahead. Your day-to-day will involve:
Managing complex calendars, high-level documentation, and global travel logistics for executive leaders.
Driving the success of VIP visits and domestic/international forums, ensuring every workshop and event reflects Alcoa’s professional standards.
Developing polished monthly reports, high-stakes presentations, and essential statistical data.
Owning and supporting the rhythm of leadership meetings—from supporting the setting of strategic agendas to tracking critical action items that move the business forward.
Leading improvement initiatives to optimise administrative workflows, constantly refining the way the executive office functions.
At Alcoa, your contribution extends far beyond traditional support. You will act as a trusted confidant and a critical link between leadership and global execution. This is your invitation to leverage your business acumen in an environment where your initiative is expected, your voice is heard, and your ability to smoothly navigate, directly enables our worldwide success.
What’s on offer
Career development opportunities to pursue your passion.
An attractive remuneration package that recognises the skills and experience you will bring to the team.
A monthly leisure day and flexibility giving you extra time off to do more of the things you love.
A yearly performance bonus (variable) to reward your contributions.
Enjoy 18 weeks paid primary parental leave carer.
Access to a rewards platform for personal and family savings
Make a difference in our local communities with paid employee volunteering hours.
What you can bring to the role
Proven experience providing high-level support within complex, global, or industrial environments, acting as a seamless extension of the executive office.
Masterful communication skills, with the ability to draft high-stakes correspondence and represent leadership with clarity, diplomacy, and influence.
A poised, positive approach to problem-solving, remaining calm and collected while navigating rapidly shifting priorities and high-pressure deadlines.
Unwavering discretion and the professional judgement required to safeguard sensitive data and maintain the absolute trust of the executive team.
Resilience and initiative, complemented by the ability to listen with intent, lead with empathy, and actively champion a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace.
Relevant qualifications in Business or specialised certifications in contemporary Executive Assistant practices (highly regarded).
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.
Be part of shaping our organisation and join us in building a legacy of excellence for future generations.
About the Location
Alcoa Australia’s company headquarters is located at 235 St Georges Terrace in Perth CBD, Western Australia, on Whadjuk Noongar land. The office is conveniently close to public transport and parking, and hosts employees from various business functions, including Commercial, Finance, Sustainability, Communications, and Human Resources, as well as expert teams supporting local and global locations. Our head office offers modern, open-plan working facilities and excellent end-of-trip amenities within a state-of-the-art building.
We are values led, vision driven and united by our purpose of transforming raw potential into real progress. Our commitments to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity include providing trusting workplaces that are safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, free from discrimination, bullying and harassment and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate.
This is a place where you are empowered to do your best work, be your authentic self, and feel a true sense of belonging. Come join us and shape your career!
Your work. Your world. Shape them for the better.
