Mechanical Diesel Fitter

Mechanical Diesel Fitter

Full-Time 49500 - 60500 $ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Maintain and repair diesel engines and mobile plant in a dynamic environment.
  • Company: Join Wilmar Sugar, Australia's largest sugar manufacturer and exporter.
  • Benefits: Competitive pay, additional leave, superannuation, and exclusive partner discounts.
  • Other info: Training provided for the right attitude; thrive in a supportive and innovative workplace.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in the unique sugar industry while developing your skills.
  • Qualifications: Certificate III in Mechanical Engineering or relevant experience in diesel fitting.

The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.

Ready for a new challenge and an exciting career move? Wilmar Sugar Australia is on the hunt for a skilled and motivated Diesel Fitter to join our team at Invicta Mill in the Burdekin Region. If you're passionate about diesel engines, mobile plant maintenance, and want to experience a unique role in the sugar industry, this is your chance!

About The Role

We’re seeking an experienced Diesel Fitter to join our Mobile Services team at Invicta Mill. As a Diesel Fitter, you’ll be working in a dynamic environment, maintaining and repairing our critical locomotive fleet and mobile plant. This is a permanent position which will require shift work during the Crushing Season (June-Dec) and daywork during the Maintenance (Jan-May). You’ll have the chance to dive into a role that offers both challenges and rewards, making a real impact in an industry that’s unlike any other.

Your Qualifications & Experience

Our ideal candidate will have:

  • Certificate III in Mechanical Engineering (Diesel Fitter) or Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology.
  • Proven experience in servicing and repairing diesel engines and mobile plant, with a strong background in heavy industrial work.

Desirable (but not essential) Skills:

  • Hydraulics
  • Dogman Licence
  • Forklift Licence
  • Confined Space Ticket
  • Working at Heights Ticket
  • Construction Card
  • Overhead Crane Ticket
  • Welding Skills

Even if you don’t have all the qualifications, we value the right attitude and are ready to provide the necessary training for the right candidates.

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.

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.

Mechanical Diesel Fitter employer: Wilmar Sugar Australia Limited

Wilmar Sugar & Renewables is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises safety and teamwork at the Proserpine Mill. Employees benefit from ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring career growth while contributing to meaningful projects in the renewable energy sector. With a commitment to employee well-being and a focus on innovation, working here means being part of a forward-thinking organisation dedicated to sustainability.

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Contact Details:

Wilmar Sugar Australia Limited Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Mechanical Diesel Fitter

Diesel Engine Servicing
Mobile Plant Maintenance
Mechanical Engineering
Heavy Industrial Work
Hydraulics
Welding Skills
Dogman Licence