Community Relations Advisor (Fixed-Term, 24 months)

About the role

We are looking for a Community Relations Advisor to join Alcoa’s WA Mining Hub in Pinjarra on a 24‑month fixed‑term basis. The role will work closely with Willowdale operations, WA Mining and Corporate Affairs to strengthen Alcoa’s social licence, reputation and ESG commitments through direct engagement with local communities and mining neighbours.

Key responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong community and stakeholder relationships through regular engagement, events and a visible local presence.
• Plan and deliver strategic engagement and communications initiatives aligned with business priorities and community sentiment.
• Capture and promote positive stories that showcase Alcoa’s environmental, social and economic contributions.
• Monitor, anticipate and support the management of community issues, risks and opportunities to protect and enhance reputation.
• Support community investment programmes and partnerships to deliver shared value and measurable social impact.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in social sciences, communications or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in community and stakeholder engagement, preferably within a similar industry.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously in regional settings while aligning with broader organisational priorities.
• Proven capability to engage respectfully and effectively with diverse stakeholders, including in complex or sensitive situations.
• Current WA driver’s licence, knowledge of the Peel or South‑West regions and flexibility to travel regularly.

Required skills

What we offer

• Attractive remuneration and variable bonus plan.
• Employee growth and development opportunities.
• Paid employee volunteering hours.
• Alcoa Live Well programme with travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing discounts.
• Generous leave entitlements, including a leisure day off every four‑week period.