We are currently seeking an Operations Coordinator to join our team at Kalamia Mill in Ayr - located in the Burdekin region, known for its picturesque landscapes and rich agricultural heritage.
As an Operations Coordinator at Wilmar Sugar & Renewables, you will lead and coordinate your team during production to ensure efficient and smooth operations. Your role will involve overseeing daily activities, troubleshooting issues, and implementing process improvements to enhance productivity. You will be responsible for maintaining high safety standards, optimizing resource use, and ensuring consistent product quality. Your leadership will be crucial in fostering a collaborative and motivated team environment.
This role requires shift work during the crushing season on a 12-hour rotational roster. Weekends and some overtime will be required.
If you are looking for the next challenge or seeking to advance your career - we are looking for you!
Responsibilities
1. Monitoring production performance indicators including process quality indicators and down time. Report on deviations and major downtime.
2. Establishing and managing any necessary action plan to improve product flow, stock level, quality, break downs and efficiency of the production process.
3. Leading, directing and motivating a team comprised of maintenance personnel, operators and lab personnel.
4. Managing and documenting the performance of direct reports (including time, attendance, absenteeism, coaching/mentoring, training initiatives, and performance reviews).
5. Being a leader of the Notification procedure onsite, including notification SAP entry and quality control of notifications.
6. Providing Technical leadership in the development of process improvements.
The Successful Candidate
We are seeking a motivated individual with previous leadership experience who can effectively communicate, influence and negotiate at all levels. You will be able to successfully engage and motivate a team towards common goals to achieve performance targets and business goals. You will hold tertiary or trade qualifications in mechanical or chemical disciplines or be able to demonstrate practical experience within the sugar industry or similar heavy industrial environments.
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, enhancing your overall experience. Our emphasis on safety and innovation creates a supportive work environment where you can thrive.
Interested in Applying
If you believe you are a good fit for this role, we invite you to apply online via Wilmar Careers before midnight on 30th March 2025 by clicking the "Apply" button. For any enquiries or assistance with the application process, please don't hesitate to contact our People & Culture team on 07 4722 1985. We look forward to receiving your application.
About the Business
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.
Reference # 47781
Posted on 17 Mar 2025
Closes on 30 Mar 2025 23:55
Location(s) Kalamia Mill
Expertise: Electrical, Maintenance, Packing, Production, Quality, Warehouse, Operations
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