Discover Your Next Role

As a Shift Electrician you will play a vital role in maintaining the electrical safety and reliability of our operations at Plane Creek Mill. You'll be at the forefront of ensuring our equipment and systems run smoothly, helping us maintain the highest safety standards and operational efficiency.

Located in North Queensland, Sarina offers a laid-back lifestyle, with stunning beaches and exciting outdoor adventures right at your doorstep. With both day work and shift work options available, you'll have ample time to embrace your favourite activities. Whether you're into hiking, water sports, or just chilling by the beach, Sarina has it all waiting for you.

If you are planning on relocating to Sarina/Mackay we're here to help make your move as smooth as possible! For the right candidate, we're able to assist with aspects of relocation to get you settled into your new home in Northern Queensland. If you're ready to make the leap, we'll be ready to lend a hand.

Your Role in Action

• Power Up Equipment: Handle the installation, calibration, and maintenance of critical electrical systems, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Diagnose and Optimize: Examine, troubleshoot, and fine-tune interconnected circuit systems to keep operations running without a hitch.
• Keep Records Sharp: Manage and maintain departmental plans, databases, and all essential documentation for seamless operations.
• System Commissioning & Tuning: Commission and fine-tune electrical systems to achieve peak performance and reliability.
• Master Complex Control Systems: Tackle fault finding in advanced electrical control systems, working with combinations of pneumatic, electronic, microprocessor-based, and mechanical subsystems.
• Lead Special Projects: Take charge and collaborate on exciting special projects that drive innovation and improvement.
• Be a Safety Champion: Show a strong commitment to safety and actively participate in safety improvement teams.

Your Winning Combination

We're looking for a motivated individual with a current Queensland Electrical Mechanic License and post-trade experience in heavy industry electrical or instrumentation work. Current CPR and Low Voltage Rescue certifications are required. Ideally, you'll also have a Cert 3 or 4 in Instrumentation, experience with fixed plant maintenance, and familiarity with LV motor control and PLC systems. Don't have all of the skills yet? Don't worry—we're committed to providing training to help you grow!

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.

**This Position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program**

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 midnight on 19 October 2025. Got questions or need a helping hand with your application? Shelley from our friendly People & Culture Team is just a call away at 0427 533 537. 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.