As a GMW Rollerspotter at Wilmar Sugar and Renewables, during the crushing season (June to Dec) you will be responsible for performing routine gas metal arc welding (hard facing) on mill rollers, operating and maintaining automated and stick welding equipment, and assisting with the upkeep of plant and equipment. The role also requires accurate process documentation and strict adherence to quality standards and procedures. During the maintenance season (Jan to May) you will perform a range of duties varying from general mill worker to CUC competency work as directed by your Supervisor.
This is a permanent position located at Invicta Mill in the Burdekin Region.
Responsibilities
- Display a consistent commitment to a high standard of housekeeping
- Ability to work safely and promote the safety of others
- Work effectively within a team environment
- Able to work at heights and within confined spaces if required
- Assist with supervising small rollersotting team
- Follow instructions given by supervisor and use all required PPE for tasks
Your Winning Combination
Our ideal candidate would have the following skills:
- MEM05050 - Perform routine gas metal arc welding
- MEM05012 - Perform routine manual metal arc welding
- MEM11011 - Undertake manual handling
- MEM13015 - Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
- Overhead (Gantry) Crane Ticket
- Dogging High Risk Work Licence
- Cert III in Engineering Fabrication - desirable but not essential
- Working at Heights - desirable but not essential
- Confined Space - desirable but not essential
A Trade background is desired but not essential to fill this role, a willingness to learn new skills and work as a key part of the production team are strong attributes for this role. On the job training will be provided for the successful applicant.
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 5pm, 4 September 2026. Got questions or need a helping hand with your application? Our friendly People & Culture Coordinator, Tanaeu Darker is just a call away at (07) 4720 2906. We look forward to receiving your application.
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.
