Power Systems Electrician at Alcoa Corporation - Brazil

Portland, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

High Voltage Switching, High Voltage Permits Management, Preventive Maintenance, Service Maintenance, Project Coordination, Technical Guidance, Problem Solving, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Initiative, PLC Systems, Motor Control, Electrical Systems, Safety Operations, Team Collaboration, Equipment Diagnosis

Industry

mining

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. This is your opportunity to help shape the future of sustainability with world-changing innovations and low-carbon technologies. Become a valued part of the team that’s shaping the future of aluminium, revolutionising the way the world lives, builds, moves and flies. Be part of it and shape your world. About the Role A vacancy exists for the position of Power Systems Electrician at Portland Aluminium. Reporting to the Power Systems Supervisor, this role may be structured as a 10-hour day shift or a 12-hour rotating shift roster. As a Power Systems Electrician at our Portland Smelter, you’ll collaborate with both internal and external teams to complete tasks safely, while ensuring they meet the required quality and service standards. You will contribute to the reliability and efficiency of equipment and processes by installing, repairing, commissioning, and testing both low and high voltage apparatus and components. Your work will support the maintenance, installation, and upgrading of electrical systems across buildings, equipment, and site infrastructure. You’ll help identify opportunities for improvement, coordinate with contractors when needed, and support quality assurance processes. As a Power Systems Electrician, you apply your technical knowledge and skills to maintain safe and efficient operations. Your responsibilities include: High Voltage Switching up to 500,000 Volts Managing High Voltage permits (issue, receipt, relinquishment, cancellation) Preventive and service maintenance on High and Low Voltage equipment Preparing work scopes and supporting project activities Coordinating and supporting project execution Performing isolations Managing handovers with operations teams Completing assigned work activities 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. Connect and be part of a community that celebrates diversity through our employee inclusion groups. What you can bring to the role To play a part in our ongoing success you will: Hold an A Grade Electrical Licence (Australian Apprenticeship, Tradesperson’s Rights Certificate or equivalent) Ideally, have experience as a High Voltage Operator Have advanced skills and the knowledge effectively isolate, diagnose, analyse, and rectify complex equipment related problems Be experienced working with PLC systems - motor control would be beneficial. Bring strong problem-solving abilities to the role, along with clear communication and interpersonal skills that enable you to offer technical guidance and direction to colleagues and external partners alike. Demonstrate a high level of initiative, thriving both when working independently and when collaborating as part of a team. Benefit from having prior experience in a heavy manufacturing, industrial, or continuous production environment, which will give you a valuable edge in navigating the demands of the role 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. #LI-MC1 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. 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Responsibilities

As a Power Systems Electrician, you will install, repair, commission, and test both low and high voltage apparatus and components. You will also support the maintenance, installation, and upgrading of electrical systems across buildings, equipment, and site infrastructure.