Government Affairs Lead

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. Our 135-year legacy gives you the systems and tools to thrive. We invented the industry and today we are redefining what it means to be a sustainable aluminium company from mines to metal. We are open, honest, accountable and do what we say we’ll do. We relentlessly pursue outstanding and sustainable results and creatively transform ideas into value. We treat all people with dignity and provide a diverse, inclusive work culture. We work safely, promote wellness, and protect the environment. Come grow your career, collaborate on a global scale and deliver materials essential to the world. Learn more about the endless career possibilities for you at Alcoa

About the job

Lead Alcoa’s Australia and regional advocacy in this unique opportunity within our global External Affairs team that will support strategic engagement on all operational matters and influence policy for present and future needs.

Reporting to our Director - Corporate Affairs located at our HQ in Booragoon and principal government affairs advisor to the President of Alcoa Australia, you will partner with senior management and provide advanced intelligence, analysis and recommendations on emerging policy and developments of relevance across the Australia and Asia Pacific region, driving positive change and informing strategic decision-making.

Key aspects of the role include:
- Developing and implementing a regional government and stakeholder relations strategy- Representing and/or supporting senior management participation in association and industry executive boards, events, and high-level fora.- Monitoring and assessing legislative and regulatory environments within the aluminium and mining industries to identify risks and opportunities for the business.- Collaboration with cross-functional teams across different regions in the delivery of the global and local external and government affairs strategy.- Accountability for State Agreement matters, and engagement with the Minister for State Development and with Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation.

About you

To play a part in our ongoing success we are seeking someone with:
- Qualifications in Political Science, Public Policy, Economics, Law, or a related field.- Broad experience in government and stakeholders’ relations with a focus on industrial and sustainability policies.- An excellent track record of operating at a senior level within a global or other relevant organisation.- A strong network with Australian policy makers and stakeholder groups and associations, with a robust understanding of the current Australian political, legal and policy landscape at the local, state, and federal level.- High ethical standards of conduct with a professional and assertive demeanour.- A strategic and proactive mindset skilled in tailoring plans and goals to ensure business objectives are optimally achieved.- Ability to effectively lead internal and external audiences to desired outcomes through diplomacy, influence, communication skills and natural leadership.

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.

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.

What’s on offer?- Excellent remuneration package- Car & benefits allowance- Performance related bonus (variable)- Industry leading superannuation- Employee Assistance Program- Novated car lease scheme- Generous parental leave scheme- Paid volunteering time- Employee social and inclusion groups

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