Job Description
Electrical Tradesperson - Proserpine Mill
Permanent Full-Time | Whitsundays Region, Queensland
Power Your Career with Wilmar Sugar & Renewables
Looking for a secure, long-term career where your electrical skills make a real impact?
Join the team at Proserpine Mill and play a key role in maintaining the electrical reliability and safety of one of Australia's leading sugar and renewable energy operations.
As an Electrical Tradesperson, you'll work on a diverse range of industrial equipment and control systems while enjoying the benefits of a permanent position, career development opportunities, and the unbeatable lifestyle the Whitsundays region has to offer.
This role offers a unique blend of shift work during the annual crushing season and day work during the maintenance season, providing variety in both your work and lifestyle.
Why Join Wilmar?
Enjoy the Benefits of Permanent Employment
Permanent full-time position
Competitive remuneration and overtime opportunities
Additional leave and superannuation benefits
Employee Referral Program
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Exposure to industrial automation and instrumentation systems
Supportive team environment focused on safety and continuous improvement
Local work with long-term career stability
Live and Work in the Whitsundays
Located in beautiful Proserpine, you'll enjoy the best of North Queensland living while building a rewarding career.
The region offers:
Easy access to Airlie Beach and the Whitsunday Islands
Fishing, boating and outdoor recreation opportunities
Affordable lifestyle compared to many mining and FIFO locations
Family-friendly community and schooling options
Warm climate year-round
Strong local community and relaxed coastal lifestyle
Forget long swings away from home.
Enjoy a career that lets you work locally while still challenging yourself professionally.
Your Role in Action
As part of our Electrical Team, you will:
Maintain Critical Plant Equipment
Install,



maintain and repair electrical equipment across the mill.
Ensure plant reliability and operational efficiency.
Fault Find and Troubleshoot
Diagnose and rectify faults in industrial electrical and control systems.
Investigate equipment failures and implement effective solutions.
Work with Automation and Control Systems
Maintain and troubleshoot PLC-based systems.
Support a range of motor control and instrumentation applications.
Drive Continuous Improvement
Participate in plant upgrades, shutdowns and improvement projects.
Contribute ideas that improve reliability, efficiency and safety.
Commission and Optimise Equipment
Assist with commissioning new equipment and modifications.
Fine-tune systems to achieve optimal performance.
Maintain Documentation
Complete maintenance records, reports and technical documentation accurately.
Champion Safety
Demonstrate a strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
Participate in safety initiatives and continuous improvement activities.
What You'll Be Working On
This is not a repetitive maintenance role.
You'll gain hands‐on experience across a broad range of industrial equipment and systems including:
Motors and Motor Control Centres (MCCs)
PLC and automation systems
Pumps, conveyors and process equipment
Instrumentation and control systems
Renewable energy operations
Fixed plant maintenance
Electrical infrastructure and distribution systems
Your Winning Combination
To be successful in this role, you'll have:
Essential Requirements
Current Queensland Electrical Work Licence
Current CPR Certification




Current Low Voltage Rescue Certification
Post-trade experience in industrial electrical maintenance
Strong commitment to workplace safety
Ability to work rotating shifts during the crushing season
Highly Regarded
Certificate III or IV in Instrumentation
Experience in manufacturing, mining, utilities, power generation or heavy industry
Experience with PLC systems and motor control
Fixed plant maintenance experienceFault-finding and troubleshooting skills
Don't meet every requirement?
We recognise transferable skills and are committed to developing our people.
If you're a qualified electrician looking to expand your experience in a large industrial workplace, we'd love to hear from you.
Grow Your Career
At Wilmar, we're committed to helping our people build long-term careers.
Development opportunities may include:
Instrumentation qualifications
Automation and PLC training
Renewable energy operations
Maintenance planning
Project work
Leadership and supervisory pathways
What Our Team Says
"The variety of work and the opportunity to work on complex industrial equipment keeps every day interesting. Being able to live locally and still have a rewarding career is a huge benefit."
About Wilmar Sugar & Renewables
Wilmar Sugar Australia is part of Wilmar International, one of the world's leading agribusiness groups.
As Australia's largest raw sugar manufacturer and one of the nation's largest producers of renewable energy from biomass, Wilmar operates eight sugar mills across North Queensland along with extensive renewable energy, bioethanol, agricultural and manufacturing operations.
Our people help power communities, produce sustainable products, and contribute to industries that support Australia's future.
Ready to Power Your Future?
If you're a qualified electrician looking for a stable career, challenging work, career growth opportunities and the Whitsundays lifestyle, we'd love to hear from you.

📌 Electrical Tradesperson - Proserpine Mill
🏢 Wilmar Sugar
📍 Proserpine