Smelter Operator Trainee: Learn & Grow in Aluminium

Alcoa Corporation; Portland; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Certificate II in Engineering Studies

Employee growth and development.Opport

Parental leave support

Volunteer hours

Employee assistance program

My Alcoa Benefits program

Diversity and inclusion groups

Job summary

Alcoa's Portland Aluminium Smelter is hiring a Smelter Operator Trainee on a 12-month fixed-term contract starting February 2027. Earn while you learn through hands-on training, mentoring and development in a world-class operation.

You'll join a collaborative team, learn operational processes, operate equipment and contribute to safety, quality and performance. The program supports career growth within a global leader in aluminium.

Qualifications

• Experience with hand tools, power tools or machinery in a workplace or workshop.
• Willingness to learn and operate specialised equipment.
• Safety-focused mindset with a can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Learn and support safe, efficient production of aluminium.
• Operate and assist with processing equipment under supervision.
• Contribute to maintaining high safety, quality and performance standards.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production targets.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Mechanical equipment

Job description

Alcoa's Portland Aluminium Smelter is hiring a Smelter Operator Trainee on a 12-month fixed-term contract starting February 2027. Earn while you learn through hands-on training, mentoring and development in a world-class operation.

You'll join a collaborative team, learn operational processes, operate equipment and contribute to safety, quality and performance. The program supports career growth within a global leader in aluminium.