Mechanical Diesel Fitter

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Additional leave entitlements

Superannuation entitlements

Partner discounts

Job summary

Wilmar Sugar Australia is seeking a skilled Diesel Fitter to join the Mobile Services team at Invicta Mill in the Burdekin Region. The role involves maintaining and repairing our locomotive fleet and mobile plant, with shift work during Crushing Season (June–Dec) and daywork during Maintenance (Jan–May).

Ideal candidates hold a Certificate III in Mechanical Engineering (Diesel Fitter) or Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology and have proven experience with diesel engines and

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Mechanical Engineering (Diesel Fitter) or Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology.
• Proven experience in servicing and repairing diesel engines and mobile plant, with a strong background in heavy industrial work.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair the locomotive fleet and mobile plant.
• Perform servicing and preventative maintenance during shifts.
• Work as part of the Mobile Services team at Invicta Mill.
• Adhere to safety and quality standards in a heavy industrial environment.

Skills

Diesel engines

Mobile plant maintenance

Heavy industrial work

Education

Certificate III in Mechanical Engineering (Diesel Fitter)

Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology

Tools

Dogman Licence

Confined Space Ticket

Working at Heights Ticket

Construction Card

Overhead Crane Ticket

Welding Skills

Job description

Ready for a new challenge and an exciting career move?

Wilmar Sugar Australia is on the hunt for a skilled and motivated Diesel Fitter to join our team at Invicta Mill in the Burdekin Region. If you're passionate about diesel engines, mobile plant maintenance, and want to experience a unique role in the sugar industry, this is your chance!

About the Role

We're seeking an experienced Diesel Fitter to join our Mobile Services team at Invicta Mill. As a Diesel Fitter, you'll be working in a dynamic environment, maintaining and repairing our critical locomotive fleet and mobile plant. This is a permanent position which will require shift work during the Crushing Season (June-Dec) and daywork during the Maintenance (Jan-May). You'll have the chance to dive into a role that offers both challenges and rewards, making a real impact in an industry that's unlike any other.

Your Qualifications & Experience

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Certificate III in Mechanical Engineering (Diesel Fitter) or Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology.
• Proven experience in servicing and repairing diesel engines and mobile plant, with a strong background in heavy industrial work.

Desirable (but not essential) Skills:

• Dogman Licence
• Confined Space Ticket
• Working at Heights Ticket
• Construction Card
• Overhead Crane Ticket
• Welding Skills

Even if you don't have all the qualifications, we value the right attitude and are ready to provide the necessary training for the right candidates.

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 Wilmar Sugar & Renewables

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.