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Leveraging your dynamic and seasoned experienced as a General Manager you will step into the pivotal leadership role for Portland Aluminium Smelter, located in the idyllic coastal community of Portland, Victoria. With a secure nine‑year power agreement, you will guide the smelter through an exciting period of growth as production increases from 86% to 95% of its nameplate capacity of 358,000 tonnes of aluminium per year. This renewed certainty strengthens the long‑term future of the operation, a vital commitment not only for you and our employees, but for the entire Portland community. In this key role you are responsible for overseeing all aspects of the smelter’s performance, including production, safety, quality control, and the effective use of financial, physical, and human resources. You will also manage essential external relationships including but not limited to Joint Venture (JV) partners and stakeholders within the Victoria Government. You will be part of the Australian Operations Lead Team and contribute to strengthening the global capability of Alcoa’s smelting operations. You will foster and develop a long-term strategic focus within the smelter and ensure that everyone is aligned and committed to this direction.
Job Responsibility:
Ensure the effective operation of the smelter to maximize business returns, within socially and environmentally acceptable standards, and assure employee health and safety
Establish challenging production objectives, operating and capital budgets, and resource allocations. Lead and develop an effective management team to meet safety, cost, and efficiency targets
Promote health, safety, and environmental objectives across the plant. Ensure all personnel are committed to safety plans and enforce environmental standards to minimize impact on the plant and community
Develop a consistent approach to employee relations, build a harmonious workforce, and ensure the right team is in place. Coach and mentor high-potential individuals to strengthen Alcoa’s talent pool
Promote diversity within the smelter and oversee the intake of a healthy succession talent pipeline
Ensure the latest developments in process and technologies are available to all areas of the plant. Lead the deployment of Alcoa Systems, tools and initiatives
Represent the location and company in government, community, and business relationships. Partner with community leaders to develop solutions for issues of importance to Alcoa and the community
Requirements:
Tertiary degree in process engineering, chemical engineering, metallurgy, or a related discipline is essential
Post-graduate business or financial qualifications are highly desirable
Proven experience in the leadership and management of large-scale manufacturing/production environments
Extensive technical knowledge of plant/manufacturing processes
Demonstrated leadership experience in Health & Safety systems
Experience in management of financial P&L and key profitability drivers
Solid understanding of commercial markets, demand, and capacity
Experience in an industrial relations environment is highly desirable
Nice to have:
Post-graduate business or financial qualifications
Experience in an industrial relations environment
What we offer:
Relocation support to this idyllic coastal location
Career development opportunities to pursue your passion including technical development support from Alcoa’s Centres of Excellence
Competitive short-term and long-term performance-based rewards
Collaborate across diverse operational domains to shape enterprise-wide outcomes