Our Logistics Officer is responsible for leading and optimising cane transport operations from field to mill to ensure efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability. Reporting to the Transport Operations Manager, this role plays a key part in coordinating daily logistics activities, managing team performance, and supporting Wilmar's commitment to safety and operational excellence.
As Wilmar continues to modernise our operations, this role will also contribute to our digital transformation – leveraging data and insights to inform decisions on automation, and emerging technologies to deliver more efficient logistics outcomes.
Your responsibilities:
In this role, you will:
* Plan, monitor and optimise daily cane transport logistics to improve efficiency and minimise delays
* Manage and support logistics staff to deliver safe and effective operations
* Develop and implement logistics strategies that enhance productivity and reduce costs
* Identify risks and ensure compliance with transport, environmental, and safety standards
* Build strong working relationships with growers, contractors, and internal stakeholders
About you:
To succeed in this role, you will bring:
* Demonstrated experience in logistics or supply chain management, ideally within agriculture or a similar industry
* Proven leadership experience managing logistics or transport teams through system modernisation, automation and technology-led efficiencies
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
* Proficiency in logistics systems, spreadsheets, and data management tools
* A commitment to safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement
Our Benefits
As a Wilmar employee, you'll enjoy:
* Salary Sacrificing & Packaging – Options for super, novated leases and other eligible benefits
* Novated Vehicle Leasing (Fleetplus) – Flexible, affordable lease and maintenance options
* Superannuation – Exclusive member benefits through the Wilmar Super Plan
* Corporate Discounts & Rewards – Savings on fuel, tech, travel, and major retail brands
* Health & Wellbeing – EAP, Medibank Corporate Cover, and eyewear discounts
* Travel & Lifestyle – Discounts on car hire, hotels, and flights to help you recharge
* Workplace Giving & Recognition – Payroll giving and milestone service awards
About Us
Wilmar is a global leader in the renewable energy and agribusiness sectors. It operates globally and has more than 75,000 employees. With annual revenues exceeding $1B, it is ranked as one of the largest listed companies by market cap in the Asia Pacific.
Wilmar Sugar's Australian and New Zealand operations span two key business units: Sugar & Renewables and Sweeteners and is home to more than 2000 employees, with its Senior Executives spread evenly throughout Melbourne, Brisbane, Townsville and Auckland. 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.
Job Details
Reference #
50841
Posted on
12 Nov 2025
Closes on
12 Dec :00
Location(s)
Townsville
Expertise
Supply Chain
Job level(s)
Experienced
Work type(s)
Permanent
More details (document)
Business unit
Non seasonal