New Starter Process Operator Program

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.

This is your opportunity to shape a new career as an inaugural participant in our New Starter Process Operator Program, especially designed to set you up for success. Become a valued part of a diverse team that's shaping the future of aluminium, revolutionising the way the world lives, builds, moves and flies. Be part of it and leave a legacy for future generations.

About the Role

We are seeking enthusiastic, team-orientated and motivated people to join Alcoa's New Starter Process Operator Program on a 12-month Fixed Term contract. These positions commence in November 2025 and will be based at either the Pinjarra or Wagerup Alumina Refinery.

In these roles we do not need you to have industry experience, just bring a can-do, positive attitude; because for us, the right attitude is everything

As a Refinery Process Operator in our New Starter Program, you will have the opportunity to work in a high tech and challenging environment whilst being provided with both on and off the job competency-based training, and a strong focus on safe work practices. Working outdoors in a physical and rewarding role, no two days will ever be the same and you will never stop learning.

Our experienced and supportive trainers will introduce you to a job that involves:

• Gaining a sound knowledge of environmental and safety principles

• Operating, monitoring, and maintaining a wide variety of refinery process equipment

• Completing all daily routines and reports

• Contributing to the daily work targets being met safely and efficiently

• Collecting and processing online samples

• Performing routines which may include manually lubricating, opening, and closing valves with a sledgehammer (once qualified).

• Providing on the job training to other operators (when qualified)

• Participating in team projects, workplace quality and process improvements.

Our people inspire us with their passion, their ideas, their support for each other and their community focus. As a company we believe diversity makes us stronger.

As a nationally recognised employer of choice for gender equity and advocate for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and intersex inclusion, Alcoa encourages applications from women, Aboriginal people, and others of diverse backgrounds with different skills and life experiences.

We partner closely with our local communities and have a deep commitment to the traditional owners of the land upon which we operate. We are keen to grow employment opportunities for those local to our sites to enable them to develop rewarding careers within our business.

What's on offer

• Employee growth and development opportunities.

• Earn $80,493pa + super

• Once qualified, work on shift to increase your total remuneration.

• Parental leave support for all caregivers.

• Paid employee volunteering hours within our community.

• Employee assistance program for personal support services.

• Connect and be part of a community that celebrates diversity through our employee inclusion groups.

What you can bring to the role

• A strong commitment to working safely.

• A team focused approach, where you support and encourage those around you.

• The confidence to ask questions and expand your skills and knowledge.

• The ability to listen and learn without judgement, acknowledging and valuing diverse perspectives.

• Excellent attention to detail, problem solving ability and good initiative.

• Being confident to work at heights is also a critical part of this role.

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.

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About the Location

Recognized as an industry pioneer, Alcoa has established itself as an international company with operations across six continents. Alcoa's Australian portfolio includes: two bauxite mines in Western Australia, three alumina refineries at Kwinana, Pinjarra and Wagerup and one aluminium smelter in Portland VIC and two corporate office facilities in Bindjareb and Booragoon. Wherever you choose to join us, you'll be joining a global team committed to advancing sustainability and delivering excellence and innovation.

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.