Metallurgist
Architecture & Engineering (Physical)Posted 2 Jul 2026
Advertised as “Metallurgist - Gallium”
Posted 2 Jul 2026
Advertised as “Metallurgist - Gallium”
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Field of studyMinerals Processing, Metallurgy, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
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.
Join Alcoa's Gallium Plant at Wagerup and help advance the production of one of the world's most strategically important critical minerals. This is an exciting opportunity for a Metallurgist to apply technical problem-solving, operational support and process improvement in a unique hydrometallurgical environment.
About the Role
Reporting to the Technical Manager, you will provide metallurgical support across the Gallium Plant, including daily optimisation, troubleshooting, metallurgical accounting, test work, process modelling and improvement projects to enhance recovery, efficiency and product purity. Based at Wagerup Refinery, this role will require travel and occasional attendance in Perth to support collaboration with the project team, particularly in the initial stages of the project.
Key responsibilities include:
Optimise plant performance to improve recovery, throughput and product quality.
Investigate process variability, troubleshoot issues and lead root cause analysis.
Develop and deliver metallurgical test work, plant trials and pilot plant campaigns.
Maintain metallurgical accounting, forecasting and performance reporting.
Deliver improvement initiatives supporting recovery, cost, process control and stability.
What’s on offer
Attractive remuneration and variable bonus plan.
18 weeks Parental leave for primary caregivers.
Alcoa Live Well program offering travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing discounts.
Generous leave entitlements including a leisure a day off every 4-week period.
Salary packaging for a novated car lease, employee share plan and superannuation options.
Connect and be part of a community that celebrates diversity through our employee inclusion groups.
What you can bring to the role
Degree in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, Minerals Processing, Materials Science or a related discipline.
Experience in extractive metallurgy, hydrometallurgical operations or mineral processing.
Proven ability to troubleshoot processes and drive operational improvements.
Experience conducting laboratory test work and translating results into plant outcomes.
Strong analytical skills, including process data interpretation, reporting and forecasting.
Effective communicator with experience in process optimisation, modelling or process control systems.
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.
Be part of shaping our organisation and join us in building a legacy of excellence for future generations.
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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.