Communications Officer

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About the job

We have an exciting new role available at our Wagerup Refinery, supporting the Corporate Affairs function as a Communications Officer. Responsible for coordinating communications and associated programs that support the business objectives and strategic priorities of the Wagerup Alumina Refinery and broader Alcoa business.

This a permanent, part-time opportunity working an average of 18 hours per week. You will work in conjunction with the immediate Community Relations Manager, and the broader Alcoa of Australia Corporate Affairs team, as well as our employees as required.

Accountability in this role extends to:
- Coordinate key internal communications for our Refinery including but not limited to news stories and newsletters, campaigns, messages from the Refinery Manager and other key leaders and functions, photography, and videos.- Assist with broader business internal communications campaigns and initiatives as appropriate.- Coordinate key external communications for Wagerup Refinery including but not limited to media releases, advertising, speeches, and presentations.- Assist with media inquiries and responses in consultation with relevant members of the Corporate Affairs team.- Assist with broader business external communications campaigns and initiatives as appropriate.- Coordinate internal and external events for Wagerup Refinery and in relation to its host communities.- Support diversity campaigns and initiatives for Wagerup Refinery.- Assist with broader business events, campaigns, and initiatives as appropriate.- Coordinate branding and collateral for Wagerup Refinery and assist with broader business branding and collateral needs as appropriate.- Provide other support to the Alcoa of Australia Corporate Affairs Team as appropriate.

About you

To play a part in our ongoing success we are seeking someone with:
- Tertiary qualifications such as a Bachelor of Communications, or related discipline is desirable.- Experience working in the corporate communications field.- Knowledge of the broader Peel region and community is preferred but not essential.- Experience working in the resources sector is preferred but not essential.- The self-motivation and capability to work efficiently in a fast paced and dynamic working environment.- Well-developed communication, interpersonal, and networking skills to support relationships internal and external to our business.

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 while empowering you with stimulating and challenging work.

What’s on offer?- Excellent remuneration package- 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.