Tradesperson - Fabrication (Boilermaker)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Wilmar Sugar & Renewables is seeking a hands-on Boilermaker to join our Herbert Region operations in North Queensland. You’ll perform welding, fabrication and repairs on large fixed plant, working with structural steel, pipework and equipment to keep factories running safely and reliably.

The role emphasizes fault finding, quality workmanship and adherence to safety standards, with a day‑work roster throughout the year and occasional weekend work during peak seasons.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade or equivalent is required.
• Experience in heavy industrial fabrication, welding and maintenance is preferred.
• Ability to read drawings and work with structural steel and pipework is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Weld & fabricate on structural steelwork, pipework, chutes and other components.
• Repair and maintain large fixed plant to ensure safe operation.
• Identify faults and perform practical repairs to minimise downtime.
• Read drawings, measure, cut, prepare and assemble components in workshop and on site.
• Support major maintenance, installations and plant overhauls with other trades.
• Provide on‑the‑job guidance to apprentices and trainees.

Skills

Welding

Fabrication

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Education

Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade

Job description

Discover Your Next Role

Looking for a hands‑on boilermaking role where you’ll put your welding and fabrication skills to work on large‑scale industrial plant and equipment?

As a Boilermaker at Wilmar Sugar & Renewables, you’ll work within our Herbert Region sugar factories, carrying out fabrication, welding, repairs and maintenance on the heavy industrial equipment that keeps our operations running. From large milling trains, conveyors and structural steelwork through to pipework, chutes and other fixed plant, you’ll work across a variety of equipment in a demanding industrial environment.

This is a maintenance‑focused role where practical fabrication skills, fault‑finding and quality workmanship are essential. You’ll work alongside fitters, electricians and other tradespeople, responding to breakdowns, completing planned maintenance and undertaking fabrication work to keep our factories operating safely and reliably.

This is a full‑time permanent position based in North Queensland’s Herbert Region, working a year‑round day‑work roster, with some weekend work and overtime as required. During the crushing season, generally June to December, you’ll support operational maintenance and breakdown repairs. During the maintenance season, generally January to May, the focus shifts to major repairs, fabrication projects and plant overhauls in preparation for the next crush.

Your Role in Action

• Weld & Fabricate: Carry out welding, cutting, fabrication and repairs on structural steelwork, pipework, chutes, guards and other industrial plant components.
• Maintain Heavy Industrial Plant: Repair and maintain large fixed plant and equipment, supporting the safe and reliable operation of our sugar factories.
• Breakdowns & Repairs: Identify faults, assess damaged components and carry out practical repairs to minimise downtime and get equipment back into service.
• Workshop & Site Fabrication: Read drawings, measure, cut, prepare and assemble components, completing fabrication work in the workshop and across the factory.
• Support Major Maintenance: Work alongside other tradespeople during equipment installations, planned shutdowns, major repairs and plant overhauls.
• Share Your Trade Knowledge: Provide practical guidance and on‑the‑job support to apprentices and trainees, helping them develop their welding and fabrication skills.
• Work Safely & Accurately: Follow isolation and permit requirements, complete work orders and maintenance records, and maintain safe working practices across the workshop and factory.

Your Winning Combination

We’re looking for a qualified Boilermaker who takes pride in their trade, enjoys hands‑on fabrication and maintenance work, and is comfortable working around large industrial machinery and equipment.

You’ll bring sound welding and fabrication skills, practical problem‑solving ability and a strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship. You’ll also be comfortable working independently or alongside other tradespeople and operational teams.

To be considered, you’ll need:

• Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade, or an equivalent recognised trade qualification.

Ideally, you’ll also bring:

• Experience in heavy industrial fabrication, welding, repairs and maintenance of large fixed plant.
• Experience working with structural steelwork, pipework and industrial equipment.
• TIG welding and pipe fabrication experience.
• Pressure welding qualifications or experience.
• Dogging or Basic Rigging High Risk Work Licences.
• Elevated Work Platform (EWP) and Forklift licences.
• Experience in sugar milling, mining, manufacturing or similar heavy industrial environments.

Don’t have all the additional tickets? We still want to hear from you. For the right candidate with the trade skills, aptitude and willingness to learn, we’ll support further training and development to build the additional competencies required for the role.

What Wilmar will offer you

At Wilmar, you’ll be embraced as a valued member of our team and 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.

• This position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program.

For questions about the position, please contact our friendly People & Culture Team on 0417 868 541. We look forward to receiving your application.

About Wilmar Sugar & Renewables

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