Business Improvement and Planning Principal

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.

As a leader within Alcoa, you can help fulfill our purpose and realize our vision to reinvent the aluminium industry. Be part of the team that is helping shape a better workplace with a better work-life balance and the equal opportunities that help everyone thrive. You have the power to shape things and individuals to make them better.

About the Role:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Business Improvement and Planning Principal to join our WA Mining team based at the Mining Hub in Pinjarra. This strategic senior role is ideal for someone who is passionate about business improvement and strategic planning.

In this role you will lead the development, and execution of business planning initiatives while driving continuous improvement across all facets of our operations. You will be at the forefront of optimising processes and improving operational efficiency, ensuring that our business plans align with Alcoa's operational philosophy. Reporting to the Manager of WA Mines, your contributions will directly impact our success and long-term sustainability of our Mining Operations in Australia.

Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a location-specific business system strategy that aligns with our operational philosophy, goals, and values.- Provide expert advice, coaching and training and problem-solving expertise to the location management teams on the deployment and implementation of the Business management systems.- Carry out regular audits with the lead team to determine the health of systems and facilitate the development of actions to address any issues with the deployment.- Mentor and develop the leadership team to ensure they are aligned with our best practices and methodologies.-
- Lead business improvement and problem-solving initiatives across all levels of the WA Mining Hub. Provide guidance to the location management team and their staff change management and effectively using the system. What’s on offer:
- Career development opportunities to pursue your passion- Benefits allowance- Management Vehicle Allowance- Performance related bonus (variable)- 16 weeks paid parental leave scheme- Paid annual volunteer hours- Social and diversity focused engagement opportunities

What you can bring to the role:
To play a part in our ongoing success we are seeking someone with:
- Ideally you will have a bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration, mining or a related field.- Proven experience in business improvement methodologies (such as Lean, Six Sigma) and strategic planning.- Working knowledge from positions in Mining, Refining, Smelting, and metal production is desirable; wider industry experience is also considered.- Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach and mentor teams at all levels.- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.- Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale change initiatives and overcome resistance to change.- Experience with project management and operational planning.

Application Closing Date: Sunday 13th October 2024

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.

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.