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.
We are embarking on a groundbreaking research initiative that will dive into a world of innovation and discovery. Alcoa's new Forest Research Centre will build on the decades of research that has seen the company receive several accolades for its excellence in environmental management. With a dedicated research team, Alcoa will continue to focus on plant diversity return, fauna recolonisation and water stewardship, while introducing new areas of research to support forest conservation beyond mining and embrace Indigenous cultural values and practices.
About the Role
As our Regional Research Director, you will play a pivotal role in establishing and operating our dedicated research centre. Reporting to the Director of Environment - Australia, you will provide strategic direction for research projects and identify the broader needs of the northern jarrah forest beyond mining operations. You will be the public face of our research programs, fostering collaborations with external research institutions, and managing a diverse team of scientists to deliver an exciting regional research agenda.
Your key responsibilities will be:
- Developing and executing a governance structure, including potential formation of an Indigenous Advisory Committee.
- Supervising complex medium-to large-scale research projects, internally and with external collaborators.
- Overseeing and contributing to research supporting WA Mining's environmental management plans.
- Building and maintaining partnerships with stakeholders and engaging external researchers.
- Identifying and addressing important forest management needs beyond Alcoa's operations.
- Communicating research results to internal and external stakeholders through various platforms.
- Facilitating technology transfer to improving business practices.
- Contributing ecological knowledge to mine rehabilitation programs.
- Nurturing a culture of collaboration and curiosity within the team, and collaboratively develop a strategic vision for the centre.
What's on offer
- Career development opportunities to pursue your passion.
- An attractive remuneration package that recognises the skills and experience you will bring to the team.
- A yearly performance bonus (variable) to reward your contributions.
- 16 weeks paid primary parental leave and 3 weeks for secondary carer.
- Make a difference in our local communities with paid employee volunteering hours.
- Social and diversity focused engagement opportunities.
What you can bring to the role
- PhD qualification in Environmental Restoration Ecology, Plant Ecology, Botany, Zoology, Hydrology, Environmental Science or similar Biological Sciences.
- Extensive academic experience/academic standing within the environmental field with a track record in scientific publications for multiple audiences.
- Background in the resources sector within a leadership capacity with a highly collaborative and inclusive approach.
- Demonstrated project management skills with experience working with a variety of stakeholders across universities, state government, consultancies and third-party organisations.
- An analytical mind with a create approach to solving complex environmental challenges.
As a leader within Alcoa, you can help fulfill our purpose and realize our vision to reinvent the aluminium industry. Be part of the team that is helping shape a better workplace with a better work-life balance and the equal opportunities that help everyone thrive. You have the power to shape things and individuals to make them better.
Application Closing Date
18th July 2024
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.
About the Location
Recognized as an industry pioneer, Alcoa has established itself as an international company with operations across six continents. Alcoa's Australian portfolio includes: two bauxite mines in Western Australia, three alumina refineries at Kwinana, Pinjarra and Wagerup and one aluminium smelter in Portland VIC and two corporate office facilities in Bindjareb and Booragoon. Wherever you choose to join us, you'll be joining a global team committed to advancing sustainability and delivering excellence and innovation.
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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