As a Cane Rail Labourer, you will be part of a close-knit rail team, taking on hands-on tasks like track, bridge and civil construction, performing essential earthworks, laying track and operating maintenance equipment.
This is a full-time, seasonal role with a dynamic work schedule that may include weekends, and occasional overtime, depending on business needs.
Imagine working in the heart of the Whitsunday region - it's truly like living in paradise! Surrounded by pristine beaches and a vibrant community, you'll enjoy the blend of work and leisure.
Your Role in Action
- Inspection and Scoping: Railway track, signage, road crossings and more!
- Maintenance & Construction: Hands-on rail maintenance tasks, including sleeper replacement, line straightening, ballast packing, and turnout cleaning
- Response Champions: Support and assist during derailments across the region
- Equipment Operation: Operate and maintain a variety of vehicles, tools and equipment
- Team Player: Work collaboratively in a team, communicate effectively and safely on the job
Your Winning Combination
We are seeking a candidate with experience in civil construction, strong communication skills, basic computer proficiency, and a keen focus on safety.
While the following qualifications are requirements of this role, we are prepared to provide training to people who possess the right aptitude:
- Intermediate Rigger High Risk Work Licence (HRWL)
- Advanced Scaffolder HRWL
Desirable tickets:
- Dogging HRWL
- Working at Heights
- Front-End Loader Operation
- MR (Medium Rigid) License
- Non Slew Crane HRWL
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.
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 03 August 2025. Got questions or need a helping hand with your application? Our friendly People & Culture Team is just a call away at (07) 4945 9776. 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.
