Technical Manager - Tailings at Alcoa Corporation - Brazil

Pinjarra, Western Australia, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Tailings Management, Residue Planning, Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Stakeholder Engagement, Risk Assessment, Scenario Analysis, Operational Support, Project Management, Regulatory Compliance, Team Leadership, Strategic Planning, Performance Accountability, Environmental Engineering, Mining Engineering

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. As a leader within Alcoa, you can help fulfill our purpose and realise our vision to build a legacy of excellence for future generations. Be part of the team that is helping shape a better workplace with the flexibility and equal opportunities that help everyone thrive. You have the power to shape things and individuals to make them better. About the Role Alcoa is seeking a skilled Technical Manager to lead and deliver strategic tailings and residue planning and operational support across our Wagerup and Pinjarra refineries. Based at our Pinjarra office, this high-impact role offers strategic visibility and leadership within the tailings area, driving performance and accountability while elevating its operational profile. Reporting to the Operations Manager (Pinjarra Refinery), with a dotted line to Wagerup’s Operations Manager, you’ll play a key role in bridging short- and medium-term residue planning, navigating complex challenges, and aligning operational and capital project goals to ensure resilient and sustainable tailings management. In this role, you will: Be accountable for the development, quality, and delivery of short-term improvement plans and the 5-year site Residue Plan in line with site Master Plans. Manage a team of Geotechnical and Civil Engineers. Lead, develop, and deliver the high-level 5-year Residue Plan, including approvals, deposition, and remediation. Ensure milestones and deadlines are met on the 5-year Residue Plans. Align the 5-year plan with the Master Plan and current state of residue. Develop short-term plans to ensure compliance with GISTM and REX processes, including resourcing and financial approvals. Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting Provide regular updates, risk assessments, and scenario analyses to senior leadership. Engage with external stakeholders including regulators, community groups, and joint venture partners. What’s on offer Competitive remuneration and benefits packages Career development opportunities to pursue your passions Enjoy continuous, long term career progression opportunities Join a global leader in sustainability and operational excellence What you can bring to the role Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Geology/Geotechnical, Civil Engineering, or Environmental Engineering (depending on residue management focus). Minimum 8 years of mining or residue experience. At least 3 years in site-based residue/tailings operational roles with supervisory experience. 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-BS01 About the Location As one of the world’s largest alumina refineries, our Alcoa Pinjarra Refinery produces approximately 4.7 million metric tons each year. Located within the Shire of Murray in the Peel region of WA, just east of the Pinjarra town site, our workplace offers an inclusive and respectful environment, where we embrace change, new ideas and equal opportunity to succeed. 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! Careers @ Alcoa Sustainability @ Alcoa What we Believe in Diversity & Inclusion We also invite you to create an automated personalized Job Alert. 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Responsibilities

Lead and deliver strategic tailings and residue planning and operational support across the Wagerup and Pinjarra refineries. Manage a team of engineers and ensure compliance with regulatory processes while developing short- and long-term plans.