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 realise our vision to build a legacy of excellence for future generations. Be part of the team that is helping shape a better workplace with the flexibility and equal opportunities that help everyone thrive. You have the power to shape things and individuals to make them better.
About the Role
As the Mine Control (MC) Superintendent, you play a critical role in managing and optimising the Mine Control department and the systems that support mining operations. Based at the Pinjarra WA Mining HUB and across both of our Mine Sites (Huntly and Willowdale), you are responsible for the strategic planning, implementation, and maintenance of all Mine Control systems, ensuring the highest standards of efficiency and safety.
Reporting to the WA Mining Engineering and Capital Manager, you will lead a crucial department that ensures operator safety and the optimisation of load and haul efficiencies. You will work closely with IT, operations, and maintenance departments to drive fleet management advancements and support the overall productivity of the mine site. This role makes you vital for overseeing the management of MC staff, ensuring compliance, and optimising production.
This position is offered on a family-friendly Monday to Friday residential roster, where you can return home each night to spend more time with friends and family, doing the things you love.
Key responsibilities include:
Lead, mentor, and develop the Mine Control team, managing performance and implementing training programs to enhance skills and safety compliance.
Oversee the day-to-day management of the Fleet Managing process, prioritising the safe execution of the mine plan. Ensure a high standard of data integrity and the utilisation of systems for real-time tracking of machines and material movement.
Monitor and analyse Fleet system performance, implementing data-driven maintenance strategies and leveraging data analytics to enhance reliability and utilisation. Stay informed about emerging technologies to drive continuous innovation.
Help manage Mine Control and HME projects from conception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and budget. Champion change management within the department and across stakeholders.
Implement safety protocols, monitor compliance with safety regulations, and promote a strong safety culture within the MC team and across the organisation. Ensure correct TARPS (Take A Risk Permit) and processes are in place for safety-critical systems.
What’s on offer
Attractive remuneration and variable bonus plan.
Employee growth and development opportunities.
Parental leave support for all caregivers.
Paid employee volunteering hours within our community.
Alcoa Live Well program offering travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing discounts.
Salary packaging for a novated car lease, employee share plan and superannuation options.
What you can bring to the role
Previous experience within a Mining environmental with specific experience in a senior leadership role within Mine Control/Dispatch department with a strong track record of managing and developing teams.
Familiarity with production systems, practices, and standards applicable to Mine Control environments (e.g., FMS, CAS, PTT, OAS).
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on continuous improvement.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
You should hold or be willing to complete Schedule 26 - Statutory Supervisor accreditation. Alcoa will provide support in obtaining accreditation.
Minimum 5 years’ experience in a leadership position or have worked in a similar operation or industry to Alcoa.
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
Huntly is one of our two bauxite mines in Western Australia. Established in 1976 and located east of North Dandalup in WA, it is the world’s second largest bauxite mine, supplying ore to Alcoa’s Pinjarra alumina refinery. Bauxite ore from Alcoa’s Huntly and Willowdale mines helps to produce almost half of Australia’s alumina and approximately 19 per cent of Australia’s aluminium. Our workplace is an inclusive and respectful environment, where we embrace change, new ideas and equal opportunity to succeed.
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.