Crushing Station Operator — Rotating Shifts & SCADA Control

Wilmar Sugar; Australia; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilmar Sugar & Renewables is seeking a hands-on Crushing Operator for the Victoria Mill. You will operate the Crushing Station, monitor and adjust the milling process using the SCADA system, and support maintenance and housekeeping across the plant.

The role involves rotating shifts during crushing season (June–December) with weekends and overtime, then day shifts during maintenance (Jan–May), plus training to develop required competencies and tickets.

Qualifications

• Safety-focused mindset for operating large industrial plant.
• Mechanical aptitude with practical problem-solving for equipment.
• Good communication and teamwork within the shift team.

Responsibilities

• Operate the Crushing Station: safely feed, prepare and crush cane.
• Control the process using plant control systems and adjust as needed.
• Monitor plant performance and identify issues affecting crushing performance.
• Respond and communicate with Shift Supervisor about station status.
• Keep accurate operational logs and shift-stop reports.
• Assist with routine maintenance and inspections with tradespeople.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards around equipment.

Skills

Safety-focused

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Tools

Citect SCADA

Job description

Wilmar Sugar & Renewables is seeking a hands-on Crushing Operator for the Victoria Mill. You will operate the Crushing Station, monitor and adjust the milling process using the SCADA system, and support maintenance and housekeeping across the plant.

The role involves rotating shifts during crushing season (June–December) with weekends and overtime, then day shifts during maintenance (Jan–May), plus training to develop required competencies and tickets.