Electrical Maintenance Lead — Powerhouse

Alcoa Corporation; Wagerup; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus plan

Parental leave support

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Job summary

Alcoa is seeking a Powerhouse Electrical Coordinator at the Wagerup Refinery to lead frontline electrical maintenance, coordinate major overhauls, and ensure reliable power distribution. You will report to the Powerhouse Superintendent and oversee budgets, labour, and safety compliance, while guiding teams of Alcoa employees and contractors.

The role requires a degree in Electrical Engineering or a suitable electrical trade qualification, with experience in maintenance planning and high-voltage

Qualifications

• A degree in Electrical Engineering or a suitable electrical trade qualification.
• Demonstrated leadership and maintenance planning experience, with Powerhouse experience highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of high-voltage systems and competency in HV switching.
• Experience working with gas systems is desirable; supervision gas fitter authorisation can be completed after appointment if not already held.
• Schedule 26 statutory supervisor accreditation, together with a strong commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of preventative, corrective and breakdown maintenance for electrical equipment and systems.
• Scope and coordinate major overhauls, including labour, materials, procedures, work packs and project schedules in line with Reliability Excellence standards.
• Provide direction, support and technical guidance to Alcoa employees and contractors undertaking planned and unplanned maintenance.
• Apply advanced fault-finding and problem-solving skills to diagnose equipment issues, improve performance and reduce downtime.
• Manage maintenance budgets, forecasts, purchase orders and planned costs while supporting effective spare-parts and inventory control.
• Champion safe work practices, regulatory compliance and continuous improvement across Powerhouse operations.

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Electrical trade qualification

Job description

Alcoa is seeking a Powerhouse Electrical Coordinator at the Wagerup Refinery to lead frontline electrical maintenance, coordinate major overhauls, and ensure reliable power distribution. You will report to the Powerhouse Superintendent and oversee budgets, labour, and safety compliance, while guiding teams of Alcoa employees and contractors.

The role requires a degree in Electrical Engineering or a suitable electrical trade qualification, with experience in maintenance planning and high-voltage