Manufacturing Systems Specialist - Operational Technology

About the Role

Step into the role of Manufacturing Systems Specialist, where you will play a key part in supporting and advancing the Operational Technology environment at the Pinjarra refinery. This is a critical position delivering site level administration, technical expertise, and ongoing support for the digital and OT systems that enable refinery operations.

As the subject matter expert for refining OT infrastructure, you will act as the primary escalation point for OT incidents while ensuring systems are maintained, optimised, and secure. You’ll collaborate closely with global ITAS teams and on-site stakeholders to deliver reliable and innovative technology solutions.

Key purpose & responsibilities

• Administer and support the Pinjarra refinery OT environment.
• Provide backup support to MSS peers across other Alcoa locations.
• Manage software licensing, cybersecurity compliance, and OT governance.
• Support hardware infrastructure including procurement, configuration, and backups.
• Act as the primary escalation point for site OT issues.
• Provide domain and system management and technical support to engineers and operations teams.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to define and deliver infrastructure solutions aligned to strategic needs.
• Support planning and execution of infrastructure projects and improvement initiatives.

What’s on offer

• Attractive remuneration and variable bonus plan.
• Flexible hybrid working options available.
• Employee growth and development opportunities.
• Parental leave support for all caregivers.
• Employee assistance program for personal support services.
• 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.

What you can bring to the role

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, or equivalent experience in OT system administration.
• Experience in process information systems, with an understanding of OT applications, process control, and SCADA environments.
• Proficiency in Windows Server administration and VMware ESXi environments.
• Experience with backup and recovery tools such as Veritas and Veeam, along with ServiceNow platform usage.
• Working knowledge of Cisco IOS administration and network configuration.
• Strong collaborative mindset with a team-oriented approach, building effective working relationships across functions.

This position also participates in an on-call roster (approximately every two weeks) providing after-hours support for the Pinjarra site. An on-call allowance is provided, and while a site vehicle is currently available during rostered periods, this arrangement may evolve in the future.

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.

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About the Location

As one of the world’s largest alumina refineries, our Alcoa Pinjarra Refinery produces approximately 4.7 million metric tons each year. Located within the Shire of Murray in the Peel region of WA, just east of the Pinjarra town site, our workplace offers an inclusive and respectful environment, where we embrace change, new ideas and equal opportunity to succeed.

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!

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