Rigger / Scaffolder - Intermediate

Wilmar Sugar Australia Limited; Giru; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Additional leave and superannuationEnt

Exclusive partner discounts

Job summary

Wilmar Sugar Australia Limited is seeking a Rigger/Scaffolder for the Invicta Mill. This permanent Day Work position requires self-motivation, minimal supervision, and teamwork to ensure safe, compliant rigging and scaffolding operations.

The role includes risk assessments, equipment management, and collaboration with the Head Rigger, coordinators, and production staff to deliver on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Must have Intermediate Rigging and Scaffolding High Risk Work Licences.
• Dogging and Mobile Crane High Risk Work Licences.
• Forklift High Risk Work Licence.
• Confined Space and Working at Heights certificates.
• Certificate II in Sugar Milling Operations and C Class Drivers Licence are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform rigging and scaffolding as per organisational requirements, ensuring safety and compliance.
• Collaborate with riggers, scaffolders, and assistants for smooth operations.
• Maintain a register of all rigging equipment and ensure readiness for use.
• Regularly inspect, test, and maintain rigging and scaffolding equipment.
• Prioritise safe rigging practices and adhere to safety protocols.
• Allocate equipment with Head Rigger or Work Co-ordinator to meet needs.
• Conduct audits of equipment and safety practices for continuous improvement.
• Manage job progress from planning to completion, tracking budgets and timelines.
• Communicate daily/weekly tasks with the team and provide direction.
• Understand roles per the employee handbook and maintain punctuality and performance.
• Ensure permits, risk assessments, and safety analyses are completed for all tasks.

Skills

Rigging HRW Licence

Scaffolding HRW Licence

Dogging HRW Licence

Mobile Crane HRW Licence

Forklift HRW Licence

Confined Space Certificate

Working at Heights Certificate

Certificate II in Sugar Milling Ops

C Class Driver Licence

Job description

About The Role

Join our Day Work team at Invicta Mill as a Rigger/Scaffolder! This is a permanent position at our sugar processinf factory and will suit someone who is self-motivated, doesn't need close supervision and can work in well with others.

The Rigger/Scaffolder role is responsible for carrying out their task safely and efficiently to the required standards as outlined in the WH&S Acts, Regulations, Codes of Practice and Advisory Standards. Planning and conducting risk assessment on all tasks as well as communicating with the Head Rigger, Workplace Coordinators, Shift Coordinators and Production Superintendents is a major consideration.

Your Role in Action

• Perform rigging and scaffolding as per organisational requirements, ensuring safety and compliance.
• Collaborate effectively with fellow riggers, scaffolders, and assistants for smooth team operations.
• Maintain a register of all rigging equipment and ensure its readiness for use.
• Regularly inspect, test, and maintain rigging and scaffolding equipment to ensure top performance.
• Prioritize safe rigging and scaffolding practices, adhering to safety protocols at all times.
• Allocate equipment in consultation with the Head Rigger or Work Co-ordinator, ensuring needs are met.
• Conduct audits of equipment and safety practices, ensuring ongoing improvements.
• Manage job progress, from planning to completion, while tracking against budget and timelines.
• Communicate daily/weekly tasks with the team, providing clear direction and support.
• Understand roles and responsibilities as outlined in the employee handbook, maintaining high standards of punctuality and performance.
• Ensure permits, risk assessments, and safety analyses are completed for all tasks.

Your Winning Combination

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with the following experience -

• Intermediate Rigging and Scaffolding High Risk Work Licence.
• Dogging and Mobile Crane High Risk Work Licence.
• Forklift High Risk Work Licence.
• Confined Space and Working at Heights Certificates.
• Highly Desirable - Certificate II in Sugar Milling Operations and C Class Drivers Licence.

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.

If you think that you are the perfect fit for this role, we invite you to apply before 5pm on 23 October 2026.

About Us

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