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About the job

An exciting permanent opportunity exists for a suitability qualified Power Distribution professional with a passion for maximising performance of electrical/instrument (EI) infrastructure on site. We require support in this role on a Monday through Friday day roster, working as a key player in the Central Maintenance team based at our Pinjarra Refinery.

Does planning and scheduling, problem solving and continuous improvement of daily High Voltage (HV) activities spark your interest? This position will see you engaged and proactive in supporting the design, construction, operation and ongoing maintenance of HV equipment! On offer is this, and much more:

• Play a critical role to review and audit limitations of our EI infrastructure, implementing recommendations and corrective actions when operating outside of these,

• Coordinate plant services and plan requirements in supporting and achieving our Refinery's EI infrastructure lifetime performance

• Administrate the HV access permit system aligned to the Refinery plan to optimise isolations and restoration activities,

• Maintain Level 3 HV Switching competency, and ensure all HV personnel maintain their respective switching competencies according to Alcoa and Regulatory compliance standards,

• Work closely with customers to develop and see through equipment maintenance strategies accountable for long term health and integrity of our Refinery!

About you

To play a part in our ongoing success we are seeking someone with:

• Tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering or Electrical trade qualification with ‘A’ grade electrical licence

• Level 3 HV switching and a wiliness to undertake Alcoa specific switching training

• Experience with maintenance and distribution, resource planning & scheduling for employee workgroups and contractors

• Experience developing risk assessments for HV activities,

• Strong networks to facilitate and sustain efficient work practices and outcomes,

• Positive contribution to safety, the environment and workplace by complying and upholding standards and regulations,

• Passion for innovation and fostering change to support cost reductions and productivity improvement initiatives,

• Ability to liaise and influence across various levels of the organisation

• A sound track record in pro-active problem solving with your use of initiative and a strong desire to continuously improve business performance.

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 while 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

• Monthly Leisure Day

• Benefits allowance

• Performance related bonus (variable)

• 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, 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
Tuesday 22nd November 2022

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.

Please note that no agency applications will be accepted at this time.

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