Production Supervisor

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 opportunities that help everyone thrive and build diverse, rewarding careers. You have the power to shape things and individuals to make them better.

About the Role:

We are currently seeking a Production Supervisor to join the team within Operation Centre 4 – Calcination at Wagerup Refinery. As the Production Supervisor you play an important part in the success of work execution and people engagement.

In this leadership role, you will be responsible for:

• Coaching and mentoring others to reach their full potential on a dedicated crew,
• Developing and upholding very high standards of process and production practices,
• Guiding the team to achieve its challenging goals in all areas of the business,
• Implementing and sustaining business system improvements, assisting team members to implement suggestion scheme ideas, and the auditing of standardised work practices
• You will act as a help chain to the team by guiding the execution of work and utilising your problem-solving skills to assist with production and interpersonal issues, achieved utilising Alcoa’s tools and systems provided.

What’s on offer:

• Career development opportunities to pursue your passion
• Five weeks annual leave
• Shift 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:

• A strong processing background, additionally it is advantageous if you have experience working in an alumina/refining processing plant or mining/industrial environment,
• A strong and dedicated commitment to safety, health and the environment,
• Validated use of initiative and self-motivation to excel in working with minimal supervision,
• Highly developed team leadership, communication skills and experience in implementing and leading change initiatives is desired, and
• The commitment to meet challenges and work with a diverse group to develop and implement strategies across our workgroups
• You should hold or be willing to complete Schedule 26 - Statutory Supervisor accreditation. Alcoa will provide support in obtaining accreditation.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a leadership position or have worked in a similar operation or industry to Alcoa.

Additional information

• Please note that applications close midday Australian Western Standard Time of the posting end date.
• Interviews may progress prior to the closing date, although all applications will be considered.

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About the Location

Alcoa's Wagerup Refinery is one of the world's most environmentally and technologically advanced alumina refineries, and produces approximately 2.9 million metric tons of alumina each year. Located approximately 150 kilometres south of Perth, it is located on the border of WA’s picturesque Peel and South West regions. 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.