Just as aluminium is the element of possibility, so too, are our current and future employees. When you join Alcoa, you have the opportunity to help define what it means to be a sustainable aluminium company. Come grow your career, collaborate on a global scale, and deliver materials essential to the world. While some roles are based on-site, Alcoa also offers a flexible working model for certain positions. Learn more about the endless career possibilities for you at Alcoa!

About the job

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 are seeking proactive candidates with a genuine desire to improve their skills and knowledge. 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.

We are keen to grow employment opportunities for those local to our operations. As a nationally recognised employer of choice for gender equity, Alcoa encourages applications from women, Aboriginal people, and others of diverse backgrounds. We partner closely with our local communities and have a commitment to the traditional owners of the land upon which we operate.

Commencing in early January 2024 the Heavy Duty Plant Mechanic apprenticeship opportunities will be located at our two bauxite mines, Huntly and Willowdale mine sites.

As part of this four-year Apprenticeship Program you will be:

• Provided on the job & formalised TAFE training, leading towards a nationally recognised trade certificate.
• Based in the main mobile workshop of one of Alcoa’s Bauxite mine sites.
• Trained in diagnostics, repairing engines, transmissions, brakes, hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Working on a variety of vehicles including heavy earth moving equipment, front end loaders, large ore carrying trucks, as well as four-wheel drive utility and passenger vehicles.
• Given additional training in fields associated with your trade, including vehicle auto-electrics, air conditioning, hydraulics and welding.

Our values at Alcoa serve as a foundation illustrating who we are at our best.

Our values include:

• Act with integrity,
• Operate with excellence,
• Care for people,
• Lead with courage.

About you

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 heavy industry mechanical maintenance and fitting.
• A genuine interest in how engines run.
• Involvement 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.

What’s on offer?

• Excellent base salary including benefits.
  • Health allowance
  • Industry leading superannuation-14%
  • Industry leading parental leave scheme
  • Paid annual volunteer hours
• Secure, permanent and local employment without FIFO pressures
• Provision of all your work clothing, PPE and tooling
• Average working week of 36 hours, on a 9 Day fortnight roster
• Employee Assistance Program
• 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)

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 2019, 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 current school grade report is attached for your application to be considered.

Applications close: Sunday, 23 July 2023

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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