Heavy Diesel Mechanical Fitter

Wilmar Sugar; Proserpine; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term career opportunities

Competitive wages

Training & development

Employee discounts

Safety-focused culture

Job summary

Wilmar Sugar & Renewables’ Proserpine Mill in the Whitsunday Region is seeking a Heavy Diesel Mechanical Fitter to join our Mobile Services team. You will maintain, repair and troubleshoot a fleet of locomotives and diesel-powered mobile plant to keep operations safe and reliable.

Trade-qualified with Cert III in Engineering (Mechanical Diesel Fitter) or equivalent; Cert III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology will be considered. Overhead Crane Licence and safety training are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Trade-qualified Diesel Fitter with Cert III in Engineering (Mechanical Diesel Fitter) or equivalent.
• Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology will be considered.
• Experience servicing, repairing and maintaining diesel engines and heavy mobile equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair and troubleshoot locomotives, mobile plant and related equipment to ensure safe operations.
• Work within a skilled maintenance team across a diverse range of equipment.
• Apply trade skills to diagnose and fix mechanical issues on heavy assets.

Skills

Diesel Fitter

Heavy mobile equipment

Overhead Crane Licence

Confined Space Entry

Working at Heights

Construction White Card

Welding and fabrication

Education

Certificate III in Engineering (Mechanical Diesel Fitter)

Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology

Job description

Keep Queensland Moving. Power Australia's Largest Sugar Industry.

Are you a qualified Diesel Fitter looking for a role that offers variety, stability, and the opportunity to work on a unique fleet of heavy equipment and locomotives?

Wilmar Sugar & Renewables is seeking a skilled and motivated Heavy Diesel Mechanical Fitter to join our Mobile Services team at Proserpine Mill in the beautiful Whitsunday Region.

This is more than just another workshop job. You'll work on a diverse range of diesel-powered mobile plant and locomotives that play a critical role in one of Australia's largest agricultural and renewable energy operations.

About the Role

As a Heavy Diesel Mechanical Fitter, you'll be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting our fleet of locomotives, mobile plant, and associated equipment to ensure safe and reliable operations.

Working within a highly skilled maintenance team, you'll have the opportunity to apply your trade across a wide range of equipment while developing new skills in a unique industrial environment.

Employment Conditions

• Permanent full-time position
• Crushing Season (June to December): Night shift roster
• Maintenance Season (January to May): Day work roster
• Competitive remuneration and conditions
• Opportunities for ongoing training and career development

About You

You are a trade-qualified Diesel Fitter who takes pride in quality workmanship, values safety, and enjoys solving mechanical problems.

• Certificate III in Engineering (Mechanical Diesel Fitter) or equivalent trade qualification
• Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology will also be considered
• Demonstrated experience servicing, repairing, and maintaining diesel engines and heavy mobile equipment
• Strong commitment to workplace safety
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment

Highly Regarded Skills & Licences

While not essential, experience or licences in the following areas will be advantageous:

• Overhead Crane Licence
• Confined Space Entry
• Working at Heights
• Construction White Card
• Welding and fabrication experience

Don't meet every requirement? We value attitude, reliability, and a willingness to learn. Training and development opportunities are available for the right candidate.

Why Choose Proserpine?

Imagine finishing work and being just minutes from some of Australia's best fishing, boating, and outdoor adventures. Located in the spectacular Whitsunday Region, Proserpine offers an enviable lifestyle with easy access to Airlie Beach, the Whitsunday Islands, and the Great Barrier Reef.

• A relaxed regional lifestyle without the long city commutes
• Affordable living and a strong sense of community
• Excellent fishing, boating, camping, and outdoor recreation opportunities
• Quality schools, healthcare, sporting facilities, and local amenities
• The perfect balance of career opportunity and lifestyle

  Whether you're looking for a sea change, a better work-life balance, or a place to establish long-term roots, Proserpine offers an exceptional lifestyle backed by stable employment with one of Australia's leading agribusiness companies.

  Live where others holiday. Build a career where your skills matter.

  Why Join Wilmar?

  At Wilmar Sugar & Renewables, our people are at the heart of what we do. When you join us, you'll become part of an organisation that values safety, teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement.

  What We Offer

  • Permanent employment with long-term career opportunities
  • Competitive wages and conditions
  • Additional leave and superannuation benefits
  • Employee discounts through our corporate partners
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • A supportive and safety-focused team culture
  • The opportunity to work on unique railway and heavy mobile plant assets
  • A role within one of Australia's largest and most diverse agribusiness and renewable energy businesses

  People & Culture Coordinator 07 4945 9***

  About Wilmar Sugar & Renewables

  Wilmar Sugar & Renewables is Australia's largest manufacturer and exporter of raw sugar and one of the world's leading sugar producers. We operate eight sugar mills across Queensland, employ more than 2,000 people during the crushing season, and are a major producer of renewable electricity, bioethanol, sustainable fertilisers, and stockfeed products.

  Our operations span sugar manufacturing, renewable energy generation, bioethanol production, agriculture, transport, and logistics, creating diverse and rewarding career opportunities for skilled tradespeople.

  Join an industry unlike any other and help power Australia's sugar and renewable energy future.