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Day Services Leading Hand

Wilmar International

Ayr, Queensland, AustraliaPosted Apr 17, 2026

Job description

We are currently seeking applications for a Day Services Leading Hand to join the team at our Kalamia Mill in the Burdekin Region. Reporting to the Operations Superintendent, the successful candidate will be responsible for the Day Services Team in particular, coordinating a range of daily processes required to safely, environmentally and effectively manage cleaning, fuel handling services, ash and mud disposal at site through direct guidance and coaching of work teams and contractors.

You will also have the added benefit of being home every night! This position allows you to be located at the doorstep of adventure. Coupled with a work/life friendly roster so you can spend time enjoying all the region has to offer. This position is a seasonal position. Some of the key responsibilities for this role are: Provide assistance to operational /maintenance personnel to help identify and implement solutions where they are justifiable to address operational deficiencies or improvements.

Where required, co-ordinate resources required for maintenance work including breakdown/shutdowns. Lead, guide and support the Day Services Team of to ensure their responsibilities are carried out in accordance with their position description. Co-ordinate mobile plant resources and manning (including contractors) on site.

Manage and document the performance of direct reports (including time, attendance, absenteeism, coaching/mentoring, training initiatives, and performance reviews or counselling) Ensure regular information sharing is delivered e.g. Toolbox, Safe Starts The successful and ideal applicant will have: Hold a trade qualification in a relevant discipline or equivalent practical experience Be a self-starter who can work unsupervised and achieve results within required time frames Possess the ability to effectively influence, negotiate and communicate at all levels Able to effectively and constructively contribute to team results, and be an active member of the regional team Appropriate certifications such as working at heights, confined space etc Sugar milling industry experience is advantageous, but is not essential 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 5pm on 8th May 2026 .

Got questions or need a helping hand with your application? Our friendly People & Culture Coordinator, Tanaeu Darker is just a call away on 07 4720 2906. 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.

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