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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 fulfil our purpose and realise 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:
Alcoa is a global leader in sustainable mining and refining, committed to ensuring the safety and compliance of our impoundments/tailings facilities.
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Project Director to lead our Global Impoundments Project Management Office. This critical role reports directly to the Global Impoundments Manager playing a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and compliance of Alcoa impoundments, adhering to Alcoa Standards, International Council of Mining and Metals (ICMM), and local Country Laws.
You will lead the Project Management Office, overseeing project managers and external resources, implementing global projects such as the Global Industry Standard for Tailings Management (GISTM), Global Impoundment Monitoring software, and Satellite Mentoring software.
This role encompasses Alcoa-operated (active/inactive) sites, including bauxite residue, mine tailings, and process water dams.
Key responsibilities include:
Lead and manage large, complex global impoundment projects, ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, cost control, and quality parameters.
Accountable for the successful delivery of project outcomes within specified time, cost, and quality parameters.
Manage and coordinate all project processes from initiation to completion, ensuring a smooth transition between project phases.
Effectively communicate with Alcoa Leadership, including regular presentations to the Alcoa Board, Executive team, Impoundment Steering Committee, Alcoa Impoundment Lead Team, and Alumina Limited.
Actively participate in the leadership of the Global Impoundment Team, contributing to the achievement of strategic objectives.
Understand, communicate, and mitigate impoundment project development and implementation risks globally.
Meet Alcoa's Impoundment management expectations in safety, environmental compliance, cost control, equipment maintenance, reliability, production, and quality parameters.
Ensure the successful delivery of project outcomes within specified time, cost, and quality parameters.
If you are a seasoned leader with a passion for driving excellence in projects globally, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity to shape the future of sustainable operations at Alcoa.
What’s on offer:
Career development opportunities to pursue your passion
Car allowance
Benefits 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:
Civil, Geotechnical, or Mechanical Engineering or Science Degree preferred.
Extensive experience in mining, refining, or a similar heavy industry, including line management and maintenance experience.
Track record in delivering global project portfolios to meet strategic objectives and project metrics.
Excellent communication and influencing skills.
Strong stakeholder management.
Application Closing Date: 1st February 2024
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
Alcoa's Kwinana Refinery was the first of Alcoa’s three West Australian alumina refineries. Located within the Kwinana Industrial Area, south of Perth, the refinery implements a wide range of world-leading technology innovations that continuously improve production and environmental performance. By joining our team, you can shape the future of sustainability with world-changing innovations and low-carbon technologies. You have the power to shape things to make them better. Come shape your career with us!
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.
