Where Talent Meets Opportunity As a Process Operator (Boiler Operator) at Wilmar Sugar and Renewables, you'll be responsible for operating the super-heated boilers, turbine generators, ash handling systems and bagasse system.
This position is based at Kalamia Mill in North Queensland's Burdekin region, known for its stunning landscapes, rich agricultural heritage, and a vibrant community.
The Burdekin region offers a fantastic lifestyle with a warm climate, beautiful beaches and a range of recreational activities, making it a great place to live and work.
During the crushing, this position operates on a continuous rotating shift roster, which may include weekends and occasional overtime.
Once the crushing is complete and the Mill enters the maintenance period, the role switches to a day shift schedule with RDOs most Fridays.
Your Role in Action Smooth Operator: Operate and monitor boiler station to ensure sufficient levels of steam are driving the alternators which generate power for factory operations and external demands.Clear & Concise: Provide regular and accurate feedback to Mill management on station performance.Ready, Set, Competent: Willing and able to achieve relevant sugar milling module competencies.Collaboration Crew: Assist with the professional development of boiler assistants.Safety Guardian: Show a strong commitment to safety.
Your Winning Combination Our ideal candidate must have a High Risk Work Licence for Turbine Operator (TO) and Advanced Boiler Operator (BA).
Whilst applicants with High-Risk Work Licences (e.g. Working Safely at Heights and Confined Spaces) are desirable, we are prepared to provide training to those who show the right aptitude and fit.
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.
**This position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program** 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 midnight on 10th September 2025.
Got questions or need a helping hand with your application?
Our friendly People & Culture Team is just a call away at (*************.
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.