Discover Your Next Role As a Boiler / Crushing Assistant at Wilmar Sugar & Renewables, you will be responsible for assisting with the safe and efficient operation of boilers, turbines and the bagasse system during crushing operations, ensuring steam and power demands are met in compliance with site and statutory requirements. You'll work alongside great colleagues, tackle exciting challenges, and enjoy a lively atmosphere filled with teamwork. Initially located at Macknade Mill, Ingham offers a laid-back lifestyle, with stunning island beaches and exciting outdoor adventures right at your doorstep. Whether you're into fishing and boating, hiking, or just chilling by the beach, the Herbert Region has it all waiting for you. This is a permanent position in our sugar processing factory which requires shift work during the crushing season (June - December), including weekends and overtime and day work during the maintenance period (Jan - May). Your Role in Action Steam Systems Specialist: Assist with operation of and monitor steam supply and condensate systems to ensure reliable and efficient energy delivery across the site.Crushing Controller: Assist with the operation of the milling train and crushing station to maintain steady throughput and minimise disruption.Bagasse & Ash Manager: Manage and monitor bagasse, ash and feedwater systems to support continuous boiler operations.Chemistry Champion: Monitor boiler water chemistry and adjust chemical dosing systems to maintain compliance and protect plant integrity.Safety & Compliance Advocate: Conduct all activities in line with site procedures, statutory requirements and high-risk licence conditions. Your Winning Combination The successful applicant will possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal (including familiarity communicating via UHF) and demonstrable ability to work alongside a range of different people. Basic mechanical skills will be highly regarded. While the following qualifications are requirements in this role, training will be considered for people who possess the right aptitude and team fit: Sugar processing experienceTurbine High Risk Work LicenceAdvanced Boiler High Risk Work LicenceWorking at HeightsConfined SpaceMaintenance skills which are also highly desirable include; Trade qualifications, Rigger, Dogger and Scaffolder High Risk Work Licences 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 station and maintenance competencies. What Wilmar Will Offer You At Wilmar, you'll be embraced as a valued member of our team, appreciated for your unique contributions. We offer competitive pay and benefits, including additional leave and superannuation entitlements and exclusive partner discounts. Our emphasis on safety and innovation creates a supportive work environment where you can thrive. This position is eligible for the 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 4th March 2026. Got questions or need a helping hand with your application? Our friendly People & Culture Team is just a call away at 4776 4346. We look forward to receiving your application. About Wilmar Sugar & Renewables Wilmar Sugar Australia is part of Wilmar International, a leading global agribusiness with around 100,000 employees working across more than 30 countries and regions. Across Australia and New Zealand, we operate two major business units, Sugar & Renewables and Sweeteners, employing 2,400 people during peak/ seasonal operations with corporate offices in Melbourne, Brisbane, Townsville and Auckland. As Australia’s largest raw sugar manufacturer and a top 10 global producer, Wilmar Sugar & Renewables runs eight sugar mills across North Queensland. We are also one of the nation’s largest generators of renewable electricity from biomass, a major producer of bioethanol, the largest sugarcane grower, and a key supplier of sustainable fertiliser and stockfeed. Business unit Non seasonal
