Mechanical Fitter

About the Business With a history of over 160 years in the Australian and New Zealand sugar industries, Wilmar Sugar Australia operations span the value chain from sugar cane growing, sugar manufacturing, refining, exporting, and marketing, to the production of renewable electricity, ethanol and sustainable agricultural products.

Wilmar manufactures over half of Australia's raw sugar, and each year exports enough electricity to power more than 68,000 Australian homes for 12 months.   As well as supplying ethanol (ethyl alcohol) to the growing fuel market in Australia, Wilmar also supplies a significant market share to various industries including the pharmaceutical, printing, cleaning, winery, aerosol, animal health and food and beverage industries. About the Role Applications are invited from suitably qualified personnel for the permanent position of Shift Fitter and Fitter (day shift) based at the Proserpine Mill, located near Airlie Beach in the Whitsundays QLD.

  As a fitter/shift fitter, you will undertake shift work, some weekend work and overtime during the Crushing Season and day work in the Maintenance Season.  The crushing season you will be responsible for helping to ensure the continuous running of equipment and machinery, and as Day Fitter you will be responsible for quality maintenance inspections and repairs. Primary responsibilities:  Carrying out inspection of plant and equipment and providing condition reports Installation and monitoring of plant and equipment Fault-finding on plant and equipment Ensuring control systems are operating correctly and are adjusted accurately Carrying out maintenance and adjustments on machinery as required

Our ideal candidate will have: Completed Certificate III Mechanical (Fitting/Maintenance) Post trade experience in diverse heavy industry A strong commitment to safety with involvement in safety/improvement teams The following qualifications are highly desirable, however, we are prepared to provide training to people who possess the right aptitude and team fit:  Confined Space Working at Heights Basic Riggers Dogger

The rewards The rewards of working at Wilmar are many, including a competitive remuneration and benefits package, with extra leave, attractive packaging options or discounts from corporate partners, maxxia remote area benefits and support with professional development.   We focus on safety, innovation and fostering a team spirit so why not join Wilmar for a fulfilling career and a supportive work environment.

 How to apply Apply online at Wilmar Careers by 8.00am 1 March 2024, by hitting the 'Apply' button.   If you have any questions regarding this role, please contact Shanna Southern - People and Culture Senior Officer on 07 4945 9***.