Process Engineer: Smelter Ops & Process Improvements (Portland)

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. About the Role Portland Aluminium is seeking an experienced Process Engineer to join its Technical team in a permanent role on a family-friendly Monday–Friday roster. The role focuses on monitoring process variables, driving improvements, leading investigations, and enhancing plant operations, efficiency, and product quality within your assigned area. Key activities in the role are:
- Secure capital investment by developing and updating production upgrade and cost reduction plans.
- Improve smelter efficiency through standard methodologies and daily management practices.
- Support production growth and technical improvements through process problem-solving and plant trials. About you To play a part in our ongoing success we are seeking someone with:
- Tertiary qualification in Chemical Engineering (or related discipline); similar engineering backgrounds considered.
- Process plant experience.
- Strong communication skills across all business levels.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective process management systems.
- Strong commitment to environmental, health, and safety standards. A consistent record in pro‑active problem solving with your use of initiative and a desire to continuously improve business performance will be utilised in a dynamic team setting! What’s on offer
- Opportunities for career growth and pursuing your passion.
- Monthly Leisure Day.
- Benefits allowance.
- Performance‑based bonus.
- 16 weeks of paid parental leave.
- Paid volunteer leave hours.
- Social and diversity focused engagement opportunities. What you can bring to the role To play a part in our ongoing success we are seeking someone with:
- Tertiary qualification in Chemical Engineering (or a related engineering discipline).
- Experience in process plant operations.
- Strong communication skills across all levels of the business.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective process management systems.
- Commitment to environmental, health, and safety standards. Be part of shaping our organisation and join us in building a legacy of excellence for future generations. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qw17s