Electrical Tradesperson

Wilmar Sugar Australia Limited; Giru; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Extra leave

Superannuation entitlements

Partner discounts

Job summary

Wilmar Sugar Australia Limited is seeking an Electrician to maintain the electrical safety and reliability of our Burdekin Region operations. This permanent day shift role is based at Invicta Mill and supports installing, calibrating, and maintaining critical electrical systems to keep equipment running smoothly.

You will diagnose faults, document procedures, and contribute to safety initiatives while integrating renewable technologies across biomass boilers and steam turbines.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Queensland Electrical Work Licence.
• Post-trade experience in heavy industry electrical or instrumentation.
• CPR and Low Voltage Rescue certifications required.
• Training provided if not all skills are present.
• Experience with LV motor control and PLC systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, calibrate and maintain critical electrical systems.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot and fine-tune interconnected circuits.
• Maintain departmental plans, databases and essential documentation.
• Commission and tune electrical systems for peak performance.
• Troubleshoot complex control systems including pneumatic, electronic and PLC components.
• Lead special projects driving innovation.
• Actively participate in safety improvement teams.
• Integrate renewable technologies and biomass boiler/steam turbine systems.

Skills

Queensland Electrical Work Licence

Post-trade heavy industry experience

Instrumentation experience

CPR & Low Voltage Rescue

LV motor control

PLC systems

Job description

Discover Your Next Role

As an Electrician you will play a vital role in maintaining the electrical safety and reliability of our operations in the Burdekin Region. You'll be at the forefront of ensuring our equipment and systems run smoothly, helping us maintain the highest safety standards and operational efficiency.

This is a permanent day work position within our Invicta Mill, based in the Burdekin Region.

Your Role in Action

• Power Up Equipment: Handle the installation, calibration, and maintenance of critical electrical systems, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Diagnose and Optimize: Examine, troubleshoot, and fine-tune interconnected circuit systems to keep operations running without a hitch.
• Keep Records Sharp: Manage and maintain departmental plans, databases, and all essential documentation for seamless operations.
• System Commissioning & Tuning: Commission and fine-tune electrical systems to achieve peak performance and reliability.
• Master Complex Control Systems: Tackle fault finding in advanced electrical control systems, working with combinations of pneumatic, electronic, microprocessor-based, and mechanical subsystems.
• Lead Special Projects: Take charge and collaborate on exciting special projects that drive innovation and improvement.
• Be a Safety Champion: Show a strong commitment to safety and actively participate in safety improvement teams.
• Electrify our Fturue: Integrate renewable technologies and optimise the performance and efficiency of biomass boilers and steam turbine generators.

Your Winning Combination

We're looking for a motivated individual with a current Queensland Electrical Work Licence and post-trade experience in heavy industry electrical or instrumentation work. Current CPR and Low Voltage Rescue certifications are required. Ideally, you'll also have experience with fixed plant maintenance, and familiarity with LV motor control and PLC systems. Don't have all of the skills yet? Don't worry—we're committed to providing training to help you grow!

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.

About Us

Wilmar Sugar and Renewables is Australia's largest manufacturer and exporter of raw sugar, and among the top 10 producers globally.

We own and operate eight sugar factories across the Herbert, Burdekin, Proserpine and Sarina regions and employ more than 2,000 people during the annual sugar production season.

We are one of Australia's largest generators of renewable electricity from biomass and one of only two bioethanol producers in Australia. We are also the largest sugarcane grower in Australia and a leading supplier of sustainable liquid fertiliser and stockfeed products.

Business unit Non seasonal