Apprentice Mechanical Fitter

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 seeking motivated candidates who are based locally to our operations and demonstrate a genuine commitment to developing their skills and knowledge.

As a nationally recognised employer of choice for gender equity, Alcoa welcomes applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals from diverse backgrounds.

We are proud of our strong partnerships with local communities and our ongoing commitment to the Traditional Owners of the land on which we operate.

Mechanical Fitter Apprenticeships are scheduled to commence in early January 2027 and will be based at our Portland Aluminium Smelter.

About the Role

As part of this four-year Apprenticeship Program you will be:


* Getting hands-on experience at work alongside structured TAFE training, working towards a nationally recognised trade qualification.


* Provided with on the job & formalised TAFE training to achieve a nationally recognised trade certificate.


* Trained in all Portland Aluminium safe work systems and health and safety requirements.

Ultimately, using a variety of tooling and machinery such as centre lathes, grinding and milling machines, drill presses, welders and other specialised tooling including optilign.


* Rotating through different areas of the plant, giving you the opportunity to develop your sitewide knowledge.


* Working in a dynamic, fast paced, heavy duty environment.

The work can be physically demanding, and a high degree of manual dexterity is essential.


* Involved in the diagnosis, repair, servicing and maintenance of components of fixed plant mechanical equipment such as belt conveyors, crushers, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, ship unloaders and cranes.


* Learning how to identify mechanical components, evaluate parts for re-use or replacement whilst operating within engineering tolerances on items such as shafts, pulleys, gearbox and pump parts.


* Assisting in job scoping, pre work and execution including the development of maintenance work instructions and isolation procedures.


* Trained in the use of precision measuring tools, work from technical drawings and sketches that will help you operate close measurement tolerances.

What’s on offer


* Provision of all your work clothing, PPE and tooling.


* Average working week of 38 hours.


* Family friendly rosters that allow you to be home after each shift.


* Employee growth and development opportunities.


* Paid employee volunteering hours within our community.


* Connect and be part of a community that celebrates diversity through our employee inclusion groups.

What you can bring to the role


* A strong commitment to safety, including the ability to follow procedures and contribute to a safe workin...