Process Operator in Training

6 hours ago

Mackay, Queensland, Australia Wilmar Sugar Australia Limited Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Your Next Career Adventure Awaits
Are you ready for a hands-on role in a great team environment? As a
Crushing Operator in Training,
you will enjoy hands on training, with a variety of tasks and exposure to some of the challenges that come with producing Raw Sugar. The aim of this 12-month fixed term contract is to gain valuable job knowledge and become experienced in our operational teams.

A Crushing Operator
at Wilmar Sugar & Renewables, you'll be responsible for the efficient operation of our milling train. This role works closely with tradespeople, other operators and Mill management.

Located in North Queensland, Sarina offers a laid-back lifestyle, with stunning beaches and exciting outdoor adventures right at your doorstep. Whether you're into hiking, water sports, or just chilling by the beach, Sarina has it all waiting for you.

Your Role in Action

  • Smooth Operator: Monitor the Milling Train & Boiler Station (including but not limited to turbines, alternators, boilers, gearing, bearings, oil pressures and temperatures) to ensure crushing of the cane is efficient and productive.
  • System Specialist: Conduct station operations using a computer interface and Ipad operation.
  • Fix-It Force: Identify leaks, process problems and report to the supervisor in accordance with relevant procedures.
  • Housekeeping Hero: Maintain excellent housekeeping practices around the shredder, milling train, boilers, turbines and platforms to ensure a safe work environment.
  • Efficiency Enforcer: Perform regular maintenance to ensure efficient and smooth running of the milling train and boilers and assist tradespeople when required.

Your Winning Combination
Previous experience with a current High-Risk Turbine and Advance Boiler ticket will be an advantage but, with a willingness to obtain these along with your excellent communication skills, a strong focus on safety, and are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we want to hear from you Make sure to highlight any additional skills or tickets you have in your application. It will be highly desirable if you have:

  • Working at heights
  • Confined Space Entry
  • Maintenance skills including any trade qualifications and High-Risk Work License in Dogging, Rigging and Scaffolding

Don't think you have all the necessary experience? We'd still love to hear from you if you have a keen attitude and are willing to learn new skills and we will develop you into our ideal candidate.
The successful applicant will also be required to undertake further training to complete the appropriate competencies required for the role.

** These positions are eligible for Employee Referral Program**

How To Apply
If you think that you are the perfect fit for this role, we invite you to apply online via Wilmar Careers before midnight on 19 October 2025. Got questions or need a helping hand with your application? Shelley from our friendly People & Culture Team is just a call away at We look forward to receiving your application.

About Wilmar Sugar & Renewables
Wilmar Sugar and Renewables is Australia's largest manufacturer and exporter of raw sugar, and among the top 10 producers globally.

We own and operate eight sugar factories across the Herbert, Burdekin, Proserpine and Sarina regions and employ more than 2,000 people during the annual sugar production season.

We are one of Australia's largest generators of renewable electricity from biomass and one of only two bioethanol producers in Australia. We are also the largest sugarcane grower in Australia and a leading supplier of sustainable liquid fertiliser and stockfeed products.

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