Shape Your World

At Alcoa, you will become an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress. Every Alcoan is a work-shaper, team-shaper, idea-shaper & world-shaper.

Looking for a career change with a long-term regional employer? Join Alcoa's Portland Aluminium Smelter as a Smelter Operator Trainee in February 2027. You'll gain valuable skills and work with a supportive team. You'll also help produce aluminium used in everyday products and industries across Australia and around the world.

About the Role

If you are motivated and safety-focused, this could be the role for you! This is a 12 month Fixed Term contract where you earn while you learn and gain hands-on experience and industry skills. We'll support you with structured training, mentoring and development as you build a career in aluminium production.

As a Smelter Operator Trainee, you'll work in a collaborative team that supports the safe and efficient production of aluminium. You'll learn a range of operational processes, develop technical skills and operate specialised equipment. You'll also help maintain high standards of safety, quality and performance across the smelter.

We're looking for reliable, enthusiastic people with a strong commitment to safety, a willingness to learn and a positive attitude to teamwork. You might come from manufacturing, trades, logistics, agriculture, hospitality or retail, or simply want a new challenge. Either way, we'll provide the training and support you need to succeed.

You'll join a supportive and inclusive team that values continuous improvement and personal development. You'll have access to ongoing training, career development opportunities and the chance to build a long-term career.

What’s on offer

• Employee growth and development opportunities.

• Parental leave support for all caregivers.

• Paid employee volunteering hours within our community.

• Employee assistance program for personal support services.

• My Alcoa Benefits program offering travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing discounts.

• Employee inclusion groups that celebrate diversity.

• Certificate II in Engineering Studies completely paid for by Alcoa.

What you can bring to the role

• A strong commitment to working safely and following established procedures.

• A positive attitude and genuine willingness to learn new skills and processes.

• Good communication skills and the confidence to ask questions and seek guidance when needed.

• The ability to adapt to new challenges and work in a dynamic operational environment.

• Experience with hand tools, power tools, mechanical equipment or machinery in a workplace, trade, farming or recreational setting is encouraged.

• Drivers licence.

Alcoa recognises that skills can be developed through training and experience. We value candidates who bring a positive attitude, a strong work ethic and an eagerness to learn.

Additional information

• Interviews may progress prior to the closing date, although all applications will be considered.

• You will only be contacted if you are shortlisted for an interview. This process can take up to four weeks from the closing date.

About the Location

Our Portland Smelter is a joint venture between Alcoa of Australia (55%), CITIC (22.5%) and Marubeni Aluminium Australia (22.5%), and Alcoa manages its day-to-day operations. We are proud of our long-standing relationships within the local community.

We are committed to safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces that are free from discrimination, bullying and harassment.