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.
What’s on offer
A permanent job with long-term career development in our local or global operations.
Annual increases built into your compensation package with many benefits unique to Alcoa.
More time doing the things you love with a leisure day scheme offering 13 additional days leave
Working locally, in an onsite environment enabling you to return home to friends or family every night.
Inclusion and diversity networks; shaping a culture where everyone is welcome, respected and heard.
Be part of our commitment to sustainability, delivering world class technology and innovations that lead the aluminium industry!
A workplace culture that strongly values your safety.
This is your opportunity to shape your career through the skills and experience you bring to the role now and by training for the roles you may want in the future. Our success depends on great teams, where you can thrive and do your best work in a supportive environment.
About the Role
This is a permanent opportunity, starting with a three-year customised graduate development program. You will rotate across various specialised departments at our aluminium smelter in Portland, Victoria. Stay connected with your community, hobbies, friends & family! Our sites are all within driving distance; achieve the ultimate balance in life without having to miss out on hands-on site experiences.
What you’ll be doing
As a Graduate Information Systems Consultant at Alcoa, you to learn, grow, and develop hands-on experience and expertise in:
Identifying and resolving technical problems related to manufacturing and process computer applications, focusing on automation and business equipment.
Assessing and interpretating user Manufacturing and Process control and automation requirements, and the subsequent design and implementation of solutions to satisfy these requirements, to project management and ITAS standards; and
Identifying emerging technologies both within and outside Alcoa with the potential of reducing the complexity and cost of processing operations.
Throughout the program, you will develop to become a driving force behind supporting and advancing computer systems, ensuring compliance, and spearheading innovation within our dedicated smelting business area.
Development and mentoring
Throughout the program, you will be provided with:
coaching, mentoring, hands-on and professional training.
diverse experiences; working all across the smelter.
an increasing level of responsibility
an opportunity to use your innovative thinking, your motivation to learn and passion for growth to shape the future of our business.
About you
To play a part in our ongoing success we are seeking someone who:
Drives a safe, inclusive and collaborative environment by actively listening, valuing diverse perspectives and working constructively with others.
Communicates clearly and effectively, tailoring communication to the audience and ensuring messages are understood through open, two‑way dialogue.
Prioritizes, is decisive and executes by analysing information, identifying solutions and focusing on what moves the business forward.
Takes accountability through owning commitments, showing initiative, and following through to deliver high‑quality outcomes.
Continuously learns, adapts and grows by embracing new challenges, seeking feedback, and using creativity and collaboration to solve problems and improve processes.
Become a valued part of the team that’s reinventing the aluminium industry for a sustainable future, revolutionising the way the world lives, builds, moves and flies.
If you are already graduated or on the path to graduate soon with tertiary qualifications in Information Technology or Engineering or a related discipline, we want to hear from you!
Recruitment Process
Submit online application (resume, cover letter, transcript).
Complete 10-min video interview.
Finish psychometric testing (~1hr).
Attend Assessment Centre or Panel interview.
Reference check.
Pre-employment medical.
Be part of shaping our organisation and join us in building a legacy of excellence for future generations.
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About the Location
Our Portland Smelter is a joint venture between Alcoa of Australia (55%), CITIC (22.5%) and Marubeni Aluminium Australia (22.5%). Alcoa manages the day-to-day operations at the smelter and we produce approximately 19 per cent of Australia’s total aluminium production in Portland. We are proud of the long-standing relationships we have within our local community and are committed to supporting social and diverse causes.
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.