Operations Coordinator

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.
To be more specific, 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.
- Job Vacancy
We are currently seeking an Operations Coordinator on a full-time basis to join our team at Invicta Mill. This is a combination of shift work during the Crushing Season and day work in the Maintenance Season with an attractive lifestyle roster.
If you are looking for the next challenge or seeking to advance your career - we are looking for you!
- Responsibilities of the role will include:
Monitoring production performance indicators including process quality indicators and down time. Report on deviations and major downtime through shift logs and 5Y's process
Establishing and managing any necessary action plan to improve product flow, stock level, quality, break downs and efficiency of the production process. Having a high level of problem solving and decision-making skills will be highly regarded
Leading, directing and motivating a team comprised of maintenance personnel, operators and lab personnel
Managing and documenting the performance of direct reports (including time, attendance, absenteeism, coaching/mentoring, training initiatives, and performance reviews)
Being a leader of the Notification procedure onsite, including notification SAP entry and quality control of notifications
- The Successful Applicant
To succeed as an Operations Coordinator, you will possess a genuine passion for your work and will be inspiring leader capable of guiding your team to success. You will boast exceptional organisational skills, thrive on challenges, 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. This role requires someone who has previous leadership experience and can effectively communicate, influence, and negotiate at all levels.
- Something about you
The ideal candidate for this role should hold tertiary or Trade Qualifications in Chemical or Mechanical disciplines, or relevant practical experience at a Sugar Mill. A thorough understanding of Sugar Mill plant, maintenance and operations, or a heavy industrial environment is imperative.
- 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.
The salary offered will be commensurate with individual skills and experience. The indicative salary range is $80,000 to $90,000 per annum.
- Interested in Applying
Confidential applications should be submitted online by midnight January 10 - hit the "Apply now!" button. If you have any problems applying online, the position is also advertised on our website https://careers.wilmarsugar-anz.com/home For further information regarding the position please contact Abi Eastwood on (07) 4722 1985.