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.

At Alcoa, you’re an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress. This is an opportunity for you to bring your wealth of experience to the team and help shape the future of sustainability with world-changing innovations and low carbon technologies. You have the power to shape things to make them better.

About the Role:

We are seeking a Maintenance Planner to join our team at Portland Aluminium.

As a Planner at our Portland Smelter, you are responsible for maximising maintenance and process effectiveness and efficiency by planning all scheduled activities prior to the commencement of a job. This involves safely integrating manufacturing and financial requirements into an effective Maintenance Plan.

The Maintenance Planner strives to continuously improve productivity and work quality by anticipating and eliminating potential delays through effective planning and co-ordination. Other responsibilities include:

• Developing the weekly plan and facilitating weekly planning meetings in line with standardised Alcoa planning processes.
• Supporting the daily planning process and making information available to ensure successful work execution in a timely and effective manner as well as capturing outcomes.
• Ensuring people, parts and processes are available for maintenance activities in a timely manner.
• Contributing to maintenance efficiency and effectiveness by participating in reviews of major activities, seeking improvements, reporting on such activities and initiating action where appropriate.
• Assisting in financial budget preparation, forecasting and maintenance strategies; ensuring long-term activity schedules are accurate and up to date.

What’s on offer:

• Career development opportunities to pursue your passion
• Monthly Leisure Day
• Benefits allowance
• Performance related bonus (variable)
• 16 weeks paid parental leave scheme
• Paid annual volunteer 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:

• A Mechanical (Fitting & Turning) or Electrical Trade Certificate or Degree is advantageous however applicants with planning experience will be considered.
• Strong interpersonal skills that enable you to establish relationships and communicate with ease, at all levels of the organisation.
• Dedication to environment, health and safety in the workplace and the ability to actively contribute to safety improvement initiatives.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to co-ordinate multiple project/planning initiatives within the maintenance group.
• Experience in heavy industry and the use of computer-based maintenance systems is advantageous.

Application Closing Date: Sunday 24th March 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.
• Relocation maybe considered for the right candidate.

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About the Location

Our Portland Smelter is a joint venture between Alcoa of Australia (55%), CITIC (22.5%) and Marubeni Aluminium Australia (22.5%). Alcoa manages the day-to-day operations at the smelter and we produce approximately 19 per cent of Australia’s total aluminium production in Portland.  We are proud of the long-standing relationships we have within our local community and are committed to supporting social and diverse causes. We embrace change and provide equal opportunities to all, where you can thrive, and do your best work in a supportive environment. Join in and shape your career, the environment and industry, 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. 

The Role:

Joining Moderna offers the unique opportunity to be part of a pioneering team that's revolutionizing medicine through mRNA technology with a diverse pipeline of development programs across various diseases. As an employee, you'll be part of a continually growing organization working alongside exceptional colleagues and strategic partners worldwide, contributing to global health initiatives. Moderna's commitment to advancing the technological frontier of mRNA medicines ensures a challenging and rewarding career experience with the potential to make a significant impact on patients' lives worldwide.

Moderna is committed to enhancing Australia's biotech landscape through a long-term partnership that focuses on strengthening pandemic resilience. Our Melbourne-based large-scale mRNA vaccine manufacturing facility will be a cornerstone in Australia's ability to respond to future health threats efficiently. This collaboration not only brings cutting-edge medical technology to the forefront but also emphasizes job creation and local talent development. We're inviting visionary professionals to be part of this transformative journey, making a tangible impact on global health security.

At Moderna’s Melbourne facility, the Maintenance Planner and Scheduler is vital in ensuring the smooth operation and reliability of our manufacturing processes. Reporting to the Plant Engineering Manager, this role is at the forefront of planning, scheduling, and executing maintenance activities. By working closely with various teams, you will optimize workflows, minimize downtime, and uphold Moderna’s commitment to safety, compliance, and efficiency.

Here’s What You’ll Do:

Within 3 Months, You Will…

• Acclimate to Moderna’s processes and policies, familiarizing yourself with the facility’s equipment and maintenance needs.

• Begin developing and managing the maintenance schedule, ensuring all resources are effectively allocated.

Within 6 Months, You Will…

• Take full control of maintenance planning, including direct management of external contractors, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.

• Utilize CMMS to its full potential, tracking, and reporting maintenance activities, contributing to compliance and operational excellence.

Within 12 Months, You Will…

• Lead significant maintenance initiatives such as shutdowns and outages, demonstrating effective planning and resource allocation.

• Analyze maintenance data to identify improvement areas, developing strategies to enhance equipment reliability and performance.

• Participate actively in maintenance strategy development, including preventive and predictive maintenance programs, setting new benchmarks in maintenance excellence.

Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.

• Relevant certification in maintenance planning and scheduling, such as CMRP or similar, is advantageous.

• 5+ years of experience in maintenance planning and scheduling within a manufacturing or industrial environment. Experience in a regulated (cGMP preferred) environment is highly desirable.

• Proficiency in using CMMS (ideally Maximo) and other maintenance planning tools.

• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) are required. Ability to work collaboratively across functions and lead without direct authority.

• Technical understanding of maintenance work processes and the ability to read and interpret technical documentation and drawings.

• Knowledge of reliability-centered maintenance and experience in implementing preventive and predictive maintenance programs.

• Familiarity with standard maintenance practices, safety standards, and environmental regulations.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) is required.

• Demonstrated ability to analyze data, identify issues, and develop solutions to enhance maintenance operations and equipment reliability.

• Ability to represent the organization’s interests, objectives, and policies in a professional and responsible manner.

Moderna offers personalized benefit programs and well-being resources as unique as our global workforce so employees can do their best work.

We recognize and appreciate your diverse needs and interests and do our best to support you at work and at home with:

• Quality healthcare and insurance benefits
• Lifestyle Spending Accounts to create your own pathway to well-being
• Free premium access to fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes
• Family planning and adoption benefits
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, bank holidays, volunteer days, sabbatical, and a discretionary year-end shutdown
• Educational resources
• Savings and investments
• Location-specific perks and extras!

The benefits offered may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Moderna and the country where you work.

About Moderna

Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world. 

By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture. Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities.

We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S.

If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine, we invite you to visit modernatx.com/careers to learn more about our current opportunities.

Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free and drug-free work environment.

Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day, please apply!

Moderna is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law. Moderna is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Belonging, Inclusion, and Diversity are critical to the success of our company and our impact on society. We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees and believe that by cultivating diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we can provide an environment where every employee is able to contribute their best.

Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the Talent Acquisition Partner or contact the Accommodations team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com.  (EEO/AAP Employer) 

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About the role
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team at our Melbourne Port Terminal in West Melbourne in a full time Maintenance Electrician position. Reporting to the Asset & Maintenance Manager, the role is responsible for the electrical maintenance of new and existing assets and equipment. The work is varied and there will be the opportunity to provide input and feedback on the maintenance plan.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking planned and preventative electrical maintenance works with some minor capital works
• Inspecting all Electrical systems and equipment to identify hazards and defects to ensure compliance with Australian Standards
• Analysing, diagnosing and repairing faults in critical plant and equipment 
• Working safely in accordance with LDC's safety principles
• Assisting in the development, maintenance and use of safety systems within the maintenance department
• Registering work orders on the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Working closely with the maintenance team and supervising peers and contractors when needed.
• Working with contractors and other external service providers and reviewing their performance and ensuring that effective relationships are maintained

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About the role 

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Supervising a small team, you will:

• Lead a team and contractors with regular participation in hazard identification and WHSE campaigns that actively drive a culture of behavioural safety
• Ensure that a system is in place to determine the maintenance requirements and frequency of the tools and moulds
• Co-ordinate all tool contractor support, services and maintenance activity inclusive of cost and quote establishment for new tools, induction completion, JSEA completion and other risk assessments.
• Lead discussion and implementation on tool engineering design improvements and process improvement

Working closely with the Plant Manager, Production Manager and Engineering Manager as well as external customers, you will thrive in this supervisory opportunity and have an opportunity to step up your mechanical experience. You might not have pneumatic and hydraulic systems experience but if you have familiarity with blow moulding tools and their design requirements and are hands on when it comes to machine maintenance then this is the role for you!

Experience gained in an FMCG tool shop, welding skills and knowledge of quality control/ trouble shooting when it comes to tooling would be advantageous.

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