Mechanical Workshop Supervisor

Job Vacancy

We are thrilled to announce an exhilarating job opportunity as a Workshop Supervisor for mobile equipment at our Plane Creek Mill, nestled in the coastal town of Sarina.

Picture yourself at the forefront of innovation and excellence, as you take charge of supervising and delivering top-notch mechanical services to fuel the production of raw sugar and the transportation of sugar cane. Your mission? To ensure every task is completed safely, efficiently, and in perfect harmony with our established safety protocols, compliance standards, and production schedules, with a vast array of mobile plant machinery at your fingertips. From powerful locomotives and nimble forklifts to versatile trucks and everything in between, every day promises a thrilling new challenge and endless opportunities for growth.

Join our dynamic team and become an integral part of our mission to drive forward the future of sugar production.

Responsibilities of this role will include

• Provide a maintenance service to other Mill departments that involves the completion of planned and unplanned maintenance and capital projects safely and efficiently.
• Assist in the training of apprentices/trainees and other trades and workers.
• Maintain factory and Cane Supply assets for production and maintenance operations.
• Planning, organising and completing work to the required standard and cost within the designated timeframe.
• Ensuring compliance with reliability processes, work management practices, procedures and technical standards.
• Assisting in planning, developing and implementing maintenance and capital budget proposals to cost and performance criteria.
• Effectively managing the performance of your team in accordance with Wilmar's policies and procedures.

Something about you

As the ideal candidate you will:

• Of course you will be qualified, so completed Certificate III in Engineering (either Mechanical, Diesel Fitting or Fabrication) or similar or equivalent practical experience
• Have been there before, so experience in a heavy industrial environment either working on mechanical equipment diesel engines, hydraulics or major fabrication works
• Walk the talk, be a true team player who understands the value of teamwork and doesn't need to be asked to contribute
• Have a desire to make changes
• Values driven leadership

The Successful Applicant

To succeed as Mechanical Workshop Supervisor, you will possess a genuine passion for mobile equipment and will be an inspiring leader capable of guiding your team to success. You will boast exceptional organizational skills, thrive on the challenge of maintaining a diverse fleet of mobile equipment, and enjoy a rewarding role where you know that you are key in contributing to the overall success of your team and the broader business through the application of innovative ideas to achieve key objectives.

The Rewards

At Wilmar you will be part of a team that values you and what you have to offer.  Attractive pay and benefits, including extra leave, flexible working arrangements and exclusive partner discounts strengthen the experience.   We focus on safety, innovation and fostering a team spirit so why not join Wilmar for a fulfilling career and a supportive work environment

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.

How to apply

Apply online at Wilmar Careers by 7pm 11th April 2024, by hitting the "Apply" button.  If you have any questions regarding this role, please contact please contact Alana Murphy on 0749 409 ***.