Electrical Superintendent

Alcoa Australia; Lithgow City Council; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Monthly Leisure Day

Career development opportunities

Benefits allowance

Performance-related bonus (variable)

Superannuation above standard

16 weeks parental leave scheme

Paid annual volunteer hours

Job summary

Alcoa Australia is seeking an Electrical Superintendent at the Portland Aluminium site to lead electrical and instrumentation maintenance, govern HV/LV systems, and act as the Electrical Safety Authority. You will champion safety, reliability and continuous improvement while building capability across electrical teams and contractors on an on-call roster.

The role focuses on safe, compliant operation of critical assets, with governance of maintenance strategies and regulatory oversight to

Qualifications

• Must have a relevant electrical qualification and extensive maintenance experience
• Strong knowledge of HV/LV systems and safety standards
• Proven leadership with capability development
• Experience with electrical safety systems, audits and investigations
• Strong preventative maintenance and reliability focus
• Excellent communication with teams, contractors and regulators
• Commitment to WHS and risk management

Responsibilities

• Provide site-wide leadership for electrical and instrumentation maintenance
• Act as site Electrical Safety Authority
• Oversee safe operation of high voltage and low voltage systems and upgrades
• Lead electrical audits, regulatory engagement, incident investigations and closure of actions
• Improve asset availability via preventive maintenance and root cause analysis
• Develop the capability of electrical and instrumentation employees through coaching and training
• Support electrical infrastructure upgrades and equipment assessments
• Drive continuous improvement in safety and cost efficiency

Skills

Electrical qualification

Electrical safety

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Root cause analysis

Stakeholder management

Continuous improvement

Education

Electrical qualification

Job description

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.

About the Role

Are you an experienced electrical leader looking to make an impact in a complex industrial environment? We have an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Superintendent to join Portland Aluminium.

Reporting to the Maintenance & Reliability Manager, you will lead electrical and instrumentation maintenance across the site, providing governance of HV and LV systems while acting as the site's Electrical Safety Authority. You will champion electrical safety, compliance, reliability and continuous improvement through effective maintenance strategies, regulatory oversight, incident investigations and team development. This is a key leadership role focused on ensuring the safe, reliable and compliant operation of critical electrical assets while building capability across electrical teams and contractors. The position forms part of an on-call roster.

What’s on offer

• A range of benefits that recognise performance and support include:


• Competitive remuneration package


• Monthly Leisure Day


• Career development opportunities


• Benefits allowance


• Performance-related bonus (variable)


• Superannuation above standard


• 16 weeks parental leave scheme


• Paid annual volunteer hours

What you can bring to the role

• A relevant electrical qualification supported by extensive experience in electrical and instrumentation maintenance within a complex industrial environment


• Strong knowledge of electrical safety, high voltage and low voltage systems, switching activities and statutory compliance requirements


• Demonstrated leadership experience, with the ability to develop technical capability, set clear expectations and support high performing teams


• Experience managing electrical safety systems, regulatory audits, incident investigations and corrective actions


• A strong understanding of preventative maintenance, equipment reliability and root cause analysis


• The ability to provide practical and timely solutions to complex maintenance, reliability and operational challenges


• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience working with operational teams, technical specialists, contractors and regulatory bodies


• A proactive commitment to workplace health and safety, hazard identification, risk assessment and continuous improvement

Key responsibilities

• Provide site-wide leadership and governance for electrical and instrumentation maintenance and electrical safety


• Act as the site Electrical Safety authority and maintain the Electrical Safety Management System


• Oversee the safe and compliant operation of high voltage and low voltage systems, switching activities and system upgrades


• Lead electrical audits, regulatory engagement, incident investigations and the closure of corrective actions


• Improve electrical asset availability and reliability through effective preventative maintenance and root cause analysis


• Develop the capability of electrical and instrumentation employees through coaching, training and technical guidance


• Support electrical infrastructure upgrades and provide recommendation on the suitability and serviceability of equipment


• Drive continuous improvement in maintenance effectiveness, safety performance and cost efficiency

Additional information

This position forms part of an on-call roster Interviews may progress prior to the closing date, although all applications will be considered Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview. This process may take up to four weeks from the closing date Be part of shaping our organisation and join us in building a legacy of excellence for future generations. #LI-JH1 | #AlcoaAUS

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. Shape your Career at Alcoa! As an Alcoan you are part of a global team committed to advancing sustainability and delivering excellence and innovation. As a values-based company, we Act with Integrity, Operate with Excellence, Care for People, and Lead with Courage. Join us and become an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress. We treat all people with dignity and we believe in inclusion, diversity and enabling all employees to grow and develop their careers with us, where they can pursue their passions. Discover the possibilities a career with Alcoa can have for you. Come shape your career with us!