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 one of 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
Our Senior Work Coordinator – Electrical plays a key leadership role in supporting the EIC Engineering Superintendent to deliver process control and electrical capital projects at Kalamia Mill. This position is responsible for coordinating the planning, execution and completion of electrical and automation projects, providing technical guidance, and ensuring work is delivered safely, on time and to the highest standard.
Working collaboratively with engineers, system technicians, maintenance teams and contractors, the role contributes to continuous improvement in electrical reliability, plant performance and asset management.
Your responsibilities
In this role, you will:
- Coordinate the planning, development and execution of process control and electrical capital projects
- Provide technical support in the development of SAMA, PID, and AFCE diagrams, and HAZOP/CHAZOP processes
- Support fault finding and technical problem-solving for operational and maintenance teams
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and statutory standards in all electrical work
- Lead and support continuous improvement and automation initiatives across the region
- Mentor and guide work coordinators and trade teams to deliver consistent, high-quality outcomes
About you
To succeed in this role, you will bring:
- Relevant Tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering or a relevant trade discipline, or equivalent experience
- Extensive experience in maintenance, reliability or project coordination within a heavy industrial environment
- Strong technical competence in process control, electrical systems, and automation
- Demonstrated ability to lead diverse work groups and manage multiple projects
- Working knowledge of WHS legislation and industry codes of practice
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with SAP and MS Project is desirable
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 – 14.5% Super plus 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, milestone service awards and Employee Referral Bonus
