Communications Officer - 6 month Fixed Term
Alcoa of Australia
Communications Officer - 6 month Fixed Term
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 share 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:
We have an opportunity for a talented individual to fill the role of Communications Officer at our Kwinana Alumina Refinery. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and delivery of communication initiatives, both internally and externally within a highly collaborative and experienced corporate affairs team.
The Communications Officer plays a pivotal role in providing strategic communication advice aligned to our strategic objectives, reputation and fostering an engaged workforce. This role is perfect for an experienced communications professional with the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast paced work environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Internal Communication:
-
Coordinate impactful internal communications for Kwinana Refinery, including news stories, newsletters, campaigns, messages from leadership, photography, and videos.
-
Assist in broader business internal communication campaigns and initiatives.
External Communication:
-
Coordinate key external communications, encompassing media releases, advertising, speeches, and presentations.
-
Assist in managing media inquiries and responses in collaboration with the Corporate Affairs team.
-
Contribute to broader business external communication campaigns and initiatives.
Events, Campaigns, and Initiatives:
-
Lead the coordination of internal and external events for the refinery and its host communities.
-
Support diversity campaigns and initiatives.
-
Coordinate branding and collateral for Kwinana Refinery.
This role presents an exciting opportunity for professional development within the Community Relations and Communications profession. Join a dynamic team, contribute to meaningful projects, and be part of an organisation committed to excellence.
What’s on offer:
-
Monthly Leisure Day – extra time off to fulfil your passions outside of work too!
-
Benefits allowance
-
Paid annual volunteer hours
-
Social and diversity focused engagement opportunities
-
Professional development opportunities
-
Competitive remuneration and benefits packages
-
Employee groups including the Social Club, Alcoa Women’s Network, EAGLE (Employees at Alcoa for Gay, Lesbian, bisexual and transgender Equality) and AWARE (Alcoans Working Actively for Racial-ethnic Equality)
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Superannuation above guarantee (14% of base)
What you can bring to the role:
To play a part in our ongoing success we are seeking someone with:
-
Bachelor of Communications or related discipline (desirable).
-
Experience in corporate communications with a knowledge of or experience in the resources sector would be an advantage.
-
Familiarity with the local Kwinana, Cockburn, and Rockingham communities would be great but not essential.
-
Great communication skills, both written and spoken.
-
A curious mind and an ability to build relationships at all levels of our operations.
Application Closing Date: Sunday 3rd December 2023
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-CW1
#LI-Hybrid
About the Location
Alcoa's Kwinana Refinery was the first of Alcoa’s three West Australian alumina refineries. Located within the Kwinana Industrial Area, south of Perth, the refinery implements a wide range of world-leading technology innovations that continuously improve production and environmental performance. By joining our team, you can shape the future of sustainability with world-changing innovations and low-carbon technologies. You have the power to shape things to make them better. Come shape your career with us!
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.
Alcoa of Australia
Communications Officer - 6 month Fixed Term
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 share 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:
We have an opportunity for a talented individual to fill the role of Communications Officer at our Kwinana Alumina Refinery. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and delivery of communication initiatives, both internally and externally within a highly collaborative and experienced corporate affairs team.
The Communications Officer plays a pivotal role in providing strategic communication advice aligned to our strategic objectives, reputation and fostering an engaged workforce. This role is perfect for an experienced communications professional with the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast paced work environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Internal Communication:
-
Coordinate impactful internal communications for Kwinana Refinery, including news stories, newsletters, campaigns, messages from leadership, photography, and videos.
-
Assist in broader business internal communication campaigns and initiatives.
External Communication:
-
Coordinate key external communications, encompassing media releases, advertising, speeches, and presentations.
-
Assist in managing media inquiries and responses in collaboration with the Corporate Affairs team.
-
Contribute to broader business external communication campaigns and initiatives.
Events, Campaigns, and Initiatives:
-
Lead the coordination of internal and external events for the refinery and its host communities.
-
Support diversity campaigns and initiatives.
-
Coordinate branding and collateral for Kwinana Refinery.
This role presents an exciting opportunity for professional development within the Community Relations and Communications profession. Join a dynamic team, contribute to meaningful projects, and be part of an organisation committed to excellence.
What’s on offer:
-
Monthly Leisure Day – extra time off to fulfil your passions outside of work too!
-
Benefits allowance
-
Paid annual volunteer hours
-
Social and diversity focused engagement opportunities
-
Professional development opportunities
-
Competitive remuneration and benefits packages
-
Employee groups including the Social Club, Alcoa Women’s Network, EAGLE (Employees at Alcoa for Gay, Lesbian, bisexual and transgender Equality) and AWARE (Alcoans Working Actively for Racial-ethnic Equality)
-
Superannuation above guarantee (14% of base)
What you can bring to the role:
To play a part in our ongoing success we are seeking someone with:
-
Bachelor of Communications or related discipline (desirable).
-
Experience in corporate communications with a knowledge of or experience in the resources sector would be an advantage.
-
Familiarity with the local Kwinana, Cockburn, and Rockingham communities would be great but not essential.
-
Great communication skills, both written and spoken.
-
A curious mind and an ability to build relationships at all levels of our operations.
Application Closing Date: Sunday 3rd December 2023
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-CW1
#LI-Hybrid
About the Location
Alcoa's Kwinana Refinery was the first of Alcoa’s three West Australian alumina refineries. Located within the Kwinana Industrial Area, south of Perth, the refinery implements a wide range of world-leading technology innovations that continuously improve production and environmental performance. By joining our team, you can shape the future of sustainability with world-changing innovations and low-carbon technologies. You have the power to shape things to make them better. Come shape your career with us!
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.
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