Keep Queensland Moving. Power Australia's Largest Sugar Industry.

Are you a qualified Diesel Fitter looking for a role that offers variety, stability, and the opportunity to work on a unique fleet of heavy equipment and locomotives?

Wilmar Sugar & Renewables

is seeking a skilled and motivated

Heavy Diesel Mechanical Fitter

to join our Mobile Services team at

Proserpine Mill

in the beautiful Whitsunday Region.

This is more than just another workshop job. You'll work on a diverse range of diesel-powered mobile plant and locomotives that play a critical role in one of Australia's largest agricultural and renewable energy operations.

About the Role As a

Heavy Diesel Mechanical Fitter , you'll be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting our fleet of locomotives, mobile plant, and associated equipment to ensure safe and reliable operations.

Working within a highly skilled maintenance team, you'll have the prospect to apply your trade across a wide range of equipment while developing new skills in a unique industrial environment.

Employment Conditions

Permanent full-time position

Crushing Season (June to December):

Night shift roster

Maintenance Season (January to May):

Day work roster

Competitive remuneration and conditions

Opportunities for ongoing training and career development

About You You are a trade-qualified Diesel Fitter who takes pride in quality workmanship, values safety, and enjoys solving mechanical problems.

Certificate III in Engineering (Mechanical Diesel Fitter) or equivalent trade qualification

Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology will also be considered

Demonstrated experience servicing,



repairing, and maintaining diesel engines and heavy mobile equipment

Strong commitment to workplace safety

Ability to work effectively within a team environment

Highly Regarded Skills & Licences While not essential, experience or licences in the following areas will be advantageous:

Overhead Crane Licence

Confined Space Entry

Working at Heights

Construction White Card

Welding and fabrication experience

Don't meet every requirement? We value attitude, reliability, and a willingness to learn. Training and development opportunities are available for the right candidate.

Why Choose Proserpine? Imagine finishing work and being just minutes from some of Australia's best fishing, boating, and outdoor adventures. Located in the spectacular

Whitsunday Region , Proserpine offers an enviable lifestyle with easy access to Airlie Beach, the Whitsunday Islands, and the Great Barrier Reef.

A relaxed regional lifestyle without the long city commutes

Affordable living and a strong sense of community

Excellent fishing, boating, camping, and outdoor recreation opportunities

Quality schools, healthcare, sporting facilities, and local amenities

The perfect balance of career opportunity and lifestyle Whether you're looking for a sea change, a better work-life balance,



or a place to establish long-term roots, Proserpine offers an exceptional lifestyle backed by stable employment with one of Australia's leading agribusiness companies.

Live where others holiday. Build a career where your skills matter.

Why Join Wilmar? At Wilmar Sugar & Renewables, our people are at the heart of what we do. When you join us, you'll become part of an organisation that values safety, teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement.

What We Offer

Permanent employment with long-term career opportunities

Competitive wages and conditions

Additional leave and superannuation benefits

Employee discounts through our corporate partners

Ongoing training and development opportunities

A supportive and safety-focused team culture

The opportunity to work on unique railway and heavy mobile plant assets

A role within one of Australia's largest and most diverse agribusiness and renewable energy businesses

People & Culture Coordinator 07 4945 9***

About Wilmar Sugar & Renewables Wilmar Sugar & Renewables is Australia's largest manufacturer and exporter of raw sugar and one of the world's leading sugar producers. We operate eight sugar mills across Queensland, employ more than 2,000 people during the crushing season, and are a major producer of renewable electricity, bioethanol, sustainable fertilisers, and stockfeed products.

Our operations span sugar manufacturing, renewable energy generation, bioethanol production, agriculture, transport, and logistics, creating diverse and rewarding career opportunities for skilled tradespeople.

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