Smelter Operator Trainee — Start a Rewarding Aluminium Career

Alcoa Australia; Portland; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Parental leave

Volunteer hours

Employee assistance program

Alcoa Benefits

Diversity & inclusion groups

Engineering studies paid

Job summary

Alcoa Australia is hiring a Smelter Operator Trainee at our Portland aluminium smelter. This 12-month fixed-term contract offers hands-on learning, structured training, and mentorship within a world-class industrial operation.

You will join a collaborative team supporting safe and efficient aluminium production, learning a range of processes and operating equipment while upholding high safety, quality and performance standards.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to working safely and following procedures.
• Positive attitude and eagerness to learn new skills.
• Good communication and willingness to seek guidance when needed.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic operational environment.
• Experience with hand tools, power tools or machinery encouraged.
• Driver's licence is required.

Skills

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Communication

Willingness to learn

Adaptability

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Machinery

Job description

Alcoa Australia is hiring a Smelter Operator Trainee at our Portland aluminium smelter. This 12-month fixed-term contract offers hands-on learning, structured training, and mentorship within a world-class industrial operation.

You will join a collaborative team supporting safe and efficient aluminium production, learning a range of processes and operating equipment while upholding high safety, quality and performance standards.