We're looking for energetic individuals to join our Cane Supply team as Locomotive Driver Assistants. You'll be working alongside a small rail crew during the crushing season, helping deliver bins of Sugar cane and working closely with the Locomotive Driver. This role is a casual position which involves Shift work and weekend work. This opportunity can lead into other career opportunities for next season including training to become a Locomotive Driver.
Your Role in Action
- Rail Ready: Assist with assembling and moving empty/full sugar cane bins for delivery.
- Collaboration Crew: Support safe train movements through clear communication (e.g. hand signals and radio) with the Locomotive Driver.
- Safety Guardian: Keep a watchful eye on train movements and site activity to maintain a safe working environment.
- Back on Track: Monitor sugar cane bins and rail lines and report any damage.
- Housekeeping Hero: Maintain cleanliness on the Locomotive and perform routine servicing as required.
Your Winning Combination
A 'C' class driver's licence is essential for these roles, which serve as a stepping stone toward becoming a Locomotive Driver. Candidates must have strong communication skills, be a team player and bring high energy with a passion for working outdoors.
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.
How to Apply
If you think that you are the perfect fit for this role, we invite you to apply online via Wilmar Careers before 5:00 pm on Monday, 29 September 2025. Got questions or need a helping hand with your application? Please contact our People and Culture Coordinator - Emily Dingle on 4782 3863. We look forward to receiving your application.
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.
Job Details
Reference # 50222
Posted on 15 Sept 2025
Closes on 29 Sept 2025 17:00
Location(s) Inkerman Mill
Expertise Transport & Logistics
Job level(s) Entry
Work type(s) Casual
More details (document)
Business unit Crush