COMPLIANCE MANAGER - POWER SERVICES
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.
About the Role
In your role as the Manager Compliance based in Townsville, you will play a key role in supporting the ongoing reliability and compliance of Wilmar's power generation and connection assets across multiple sites. You will lead and coordinate compliance and testing programs that ensure generator and connection obligations are met, while also supporting long-term maintenance and capital improvement strategies across the business.
This is a highly collaborative and technically engaging role where you will work closely with operations teams, asset specialists and external stakeholders on major projects including the connection of the generator at Pioneer Mill and connection agreements across Inkerman, Kalamia and Plane Creek Mills. The role offers strong exposure to complex compliance, power systems and stakeholder management within a large industrial environment.
You will join a well-established and highly capable team known for its supportive culture, strong technical expertise and collaborative environment. The team genuinely values coaching, mentoring and knowledge sharing, with excellent opportunities to develop new skills, lead initiatives and continue growing your career within the business.
Role Responsibilities
* Lead and coordinate compliance programs for critical power generation and connection assets across multiple sites.
* Work closely with Engineering and Operations teams on major projects including generator, protection and HV/LV system upgrades.
* Support the planning and delivery of compliance testing programs that keep assets operating safely and efficiently.
* Build good relationships across the business and work with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives that support long-term reliability, compliance and operational performance.
About you
We are looking for someone who brings
Essential
* Substantial experience in a senior technical electrical engineering role within a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment.
* Technical competence and knowledge of generator and connection compliance requirements, including the National Electricity Rules (NER) and NEM regulatory framework.
* Experience in developing and implementing compliance programs.
* Technical understanding of steam turbine control, generator control and generator protection systems.
* Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the business.
* Ability to engage and work closely with government and regulatory bodies, with strong negotiation and influencing skills.
Desirable
* Experience in generator and connection compliance testing programs.
* Experience working with high voltage equipment, generator protection systems and power system operations.
* Knowledge of generator and network modelling or capital project programs.
* Passion for power engineering, innovation and emerging technologies.
* Electrical Engineering and trade-based qualifications with extensive experience.
* A sound understanding of Workplace Health & Safety legislation and best practices.
Why work for Wilmar
We want people who take pride in their work, enjoy building connections, and value opportunities to grow their career in a dynamic, future-focused organisation.
As a Wilmar employee, you will enjoy
* Salary Sacrificing & Packaging – Options for super, novated leases and other eligible benefits
* Novated Vehicle Leasing (Fleetplus) – Flexible, affordable lease and maintenance options
* Superannuation – 5% super guarantee contribution, 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
* Recognition & Workplace Giving – Milestone service awards, Values Awards and Charity Giving options available
Wilmar is an equal opportunity employer.
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