As a Control Chemist at Wilmar Sugar & Renewables, you will be responsible for analysing and testing various products produced at the Mill to ensure their quality and performance. This position is key in assisting the operations team to pinpoint areas for improvement, enabling them to achieve optimal factory performance.
Initially located at Macknade Mill, Ingham offers a laid-back lifestyle, with stunning island beaches and exciting outdoor adventures right at your doorstep. Whether you're into fishing and boating, hiking, or just chilling by the beach, the Herbert Region has it all waiting for you.
This is a seasonal position in our sugar processing factory which requires shift work during the crushing season (June - December), including weekends and overtime
Your Role in Action
- Data Detective: Collect, mix and perform standard routine analysis on factory products.
- Daily Snapshot: Generate daily reports for Mill distribution.
- Accuracy in Action: Ensure accuracy of data entry.
- Safety Guardian: Show a strong commitment to safety.
Your Winning Combination
Our ideal candidate will hold a Certificate III in Laboratory Skills or is willing and able to achieve the competency. Have excellent attention to detail, time management and a high level of computer literacy. Able to work effectively within a team and identifies as a strong communicator.
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 12 noon on 26th August 2026. Got questions or need a helping hand with your application? Our friendly People & Culture Team is just a call away at 0417 868 541. 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.
