Plumber

Discover Your Next Role

As a Plumber at Wilmar Sugar & Renewables, you'll engage in hands-on maintenance and repairs for our mill's departments, focusing on essential plumbing systems like the installation, repair and maintenance of underground storm sanitary and water piping systems, and pumps. By collaborating with various departments, you'll help keep production flowing smoothly while maintaining our strong commitment to safety and reliability. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the success of our mill and enjoy the thrill of keeping our plant and equipment running like clockwork.

This is a full-time position that will initially be based at Macknade Mill in North Queensland's Herbert region, known for its stunning landscapes, rich agricultural heritage, and a vibrant community. The Herbert region offers a fantastic lifestyle with a warm climate, beautiful beaches and a range of recreational activities, making it a great place to live and work.

Your Role in Action Keep Our Assets Running: Maintain site assets including the installation, repair and maintenance of plumbing systems and components to meet environmental protection requirements; fabricate plumbing components as required; assemble and install valves and fittings. Empower the Next Generation: Provide guidance and leadership to apprentices and trainees, defining tasks and performance targets while offering valuable on-the-job training and feedback. Collaborate for Success: Liaise with the Work Coordinator on costs, scheduling expenditures, and assisting in assessing the economic life and performance of assets to drive continuous improvement Document with Precision: Ensure all work orders and permits are accurately completed while maintaining timesheets and standard reports for seamless operations. Uphold Quality and Teamwork: Work within a collaborative environment, conducting inspections, identifying problems, and implementing improvements to ensure the highest quality standards.

Your Winning Combination

Our ideal candidate will hold a Certificate III in Plumbing, along with a current Confined Space certificate, a valid Safe Working at Heights certificate, and a manual driver's license.

If you have additional certificates, that's a plus! But don't sweat it if you don't-we're here to help you learn and grow in your role!

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 12th April 2026. Got questions or need a helping hand with your application? Our friendly People & Culture Team is just a call away at. We look forward to receiving your application.

About Wilmar Sugar & Renewables

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.