Mineral Resources Planning and Development Manager

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.

As a leader within Alcoa, you can help us fulfill our purpose and realize our vision to reinvent the aluminum industry. Be part of the team that is helping shape a better workplace with a better work-life balance and the equal opportunities that help everyone thrive. You have the power to shape things to make them better.

About the Role

Location: Santarém, Pará – Brasil

The Mineral Resources Planning and Development Manager will be responsible for overseeing the planning and support of resource development activities, with a focus on Life of Mine (LoM) and mine closure planning. This role requires a highly analytical and detail-oriented Mine Engineer who can effectively manage long-term planning and ensure the sustainable development and closure of mining operations.

You will achieve this by:

• Develop and implement resource development plans, including Long-Term Planning (LTP) and Life of Mine (LoM) support.

• Oversee the planning of mine closure activities, ensuring compliance with environmental and regulatory requirements.

• Collaborate with other support areas, including Permits and Legal Advisory, Communities Support, EHS, and HR, to ensure comprehensive planning and execution of resource development projects.

• Provide technical guidance and support in the development of resource models and mine plans.

• Ensure the integration of best practices in resource development planning and mine closure.

• Monitor and report on the progress of resource development and mine closure projects, ensuring timely and within-budget completion.

• Foster a culture of safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement within the team.

• Maintain accurate records and documentation of resource development and mine closure activities.

What you can bring to the role

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or a related field; advanced degree preferred.

• Experience in resource development planning and mine closure management.

• Strong knowledge of long-term planning, resource modeling, and mine closure techniques.

• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.

• Proficiency in relevant software and tools for resource development planning and mine closure.

• Fluency in Portuguese and English.

• Availability to work on site in Santarém, Pará.

What we offer:

• Competitive remuneration and benefits packages.

• Flexibility First – Remote work agreement.

• Telemedicine and telenutrition;

• Recognition as one of the Best Companies to Work For by Great Place to Work;

• Recognized by Guia Exame de Diversidade as one of the companies with the best practices related to inclusion, equity, gender, ethnicity, race, People with Disabilities and LGBTQIA+ people.

About the Location

At Alcoa, we are committed to generating value in our relationships with all stakeholders in our business, communities and environment. We build inclusive and secure environments so that our people can live and express themselves as they please. With the aim of attracting and retaining diverse talent, the company maintains the inclusion groups that promote internal and external activities to value human diversity and plurality as a way of enriching one's own values.

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.