# The 42 largest manufacturers in Queensland

Tamtam tracks 42 manufacturers headquartered in Queensland. This list ranks all of them by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Dyno Nobel, JBS Australia Pty Limited and Teys Australia. Their median headcount is 329. Half of them were founded in 1982 or later. The most common headquarters are Brisbane (12) and South Brisbane (3).

The largest manufacturers in Queensland are primarily active in food and beverage processing, particularly meat and dairy, and the production of building materials. These are generally large, well-established companies. Dyno Nobel, founded in 1831, is a global leader in commercial explosives. JBS Australia, with 2432 employees, processes meat, while Teys Australia also delivers protein products. Wilmar Sugar Australia is the country's largest sugar producer. Cement Australia manufactures and distributes high-performance cements, and Lactalis Australia sources milk nationwide for dairy products.

A notable pattern among these companies is their long history; many were founded in the mid-20th century or earlier, indicating a mature industrial base. For instance, G.James Group, founded in 1917, offers manufacturing and service solutions in glass and aluminium. Parmalat Australia, established in 1923, is a national dairy company. A significant number of these manufacturers, including JBS Australia and McNab, are headquartered in Brisbane or its surrounding areas.

🇦🇺 Queensland · 42 companies · Updated Nov 11, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Dyno Nobel](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dyno-nobel) (dynonobel.com)<br>Global leader in commercial explosives industry, providing blasting solutions and quality products worldwide with a focus on safety and innovation | Mining | 🇦🇺 Brisbane | 2,797 | 1831 |
| 2 | [JBS Australia Pty Limited](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/jbs-australia-pty-limited) (jbsfoodsgroup.com)<br>Leading Australian meat processor with advanced facilities, producing beef, lamb, pork products, exporting globally and serving domestic markets. | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | 🇦🇺 Wacol | 2,432 |  |
| 3 | [Teys Australia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/teys-australia) (au.teysgroup.com)<br>A global food production business delivering quality protein products, food manufacturing solutions, and sustainable partnerships with 7000 Aussie beef producers | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | 🇦🇺 Eight Mile Plains | 1,161 | 1946 |
| 4 | [Wilmar Sugar Australia Limited](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/wilmar-sugar-australia-limited) (wilmarsugar-anz.com)<br>The company is Australia's largest sugar producer, generating renewable electricity and BioEthanol, with operations in sugar milling, farming, BioEthanol production, and AgServices | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | 🇦🇺 Townsville | 795 | 2010 |
| 5 | [Cement Australia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cement-australia) (cementaustralia.com.au)<br>Mining raw materials, manufacturing and distributing high performance cements and related products across multiple Australian regions with extensive logistics. | Wholesale Building Materials | 🇦🇺 | 712 |  |
| 6 | [Lactalis Australia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/lactalis-australia) (lactalis.com.au)<br>Sourcing milk nationwide, producing diverse dairy products, supporting farmers, prioritizing animal welfare, and delivering nutritious essentials across Australia. | Dairy Product Manufacturing | 🇦🇺 South Brisbane | 710 |  |
| 7 | [Queensland Alumina Limited](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/queensland-alumina-limited) (qal.au)<br>This organization prioritizes safety, sustainability, and quality in producing aluminum, while investing in their team and community for long-term success | Mining | 🇦🇺 Gladstone | 544 | 1967 |
| 8 | [Kilcoy Global Foods](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/kilcoy-global-foods) (kilcoyglobalfoods.com)<br>Global sourcing, preparation, and delivery of wholesome, delicious, and sustainable meat and food solutions across multiple countries. | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | 🇦🇺 Birtinya | 533 | 1953 |
| 9 | [McNab](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mcnab) (mcnab.net.au)<br>A construction company in South East Queensland known for delivering high quality, award-winning developments for leading Australian brands with a focus on people and values | Building Construction | 🇦🇺 South Brisbane | 529 | 1996 |
| 10 | [EGR](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/egr) (egrgroup.com)<br>A global organization with 4 divisions specializing in automotive accessories, point-of-sale materials, specialized plastics, and building products for various industries worldwide | Plastics Manufacturing | 🇦🇺 Brisbane | 525 | 1973 |
| 11 | [G.James Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/g-james-group) (gjames.com)<br>Multiple divisions collaborate to provide complete manufacturing and service solutions in glass and aluminium industries, supporting internal and external markets. | Manufacturing | 🇦🇺 Brisbane | 522 | 1917 |
| 12 | [Ausco Modular](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ausco-modular) (ausco.com.au)<br>Provider of modular solutions for various sectors including mining, construction, education, and government Part of the Algeco Group, delivering smart spaces worldwide | Construction | 🇦🇺 Redbank | 430 | 1961 |
| 13 | [Bradnam's Windows & Doors](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bradnam-s-windows-and-doors) (bradnams.com.au)<br>Aluminium joinery manufacturer supplying high quality windows and doors to architects, builders, and home renovators across the Asia Pacific Region | Wholesale Building Materials | 🇦🇺 Boondall | 426 | 1977 |
| 14 | [Parmalat Australia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/parmalat-australia) (lactalis.com.au)<br>National dairy company producing and exporting branded milk, yoghurt, and fresh dairy products with multiple popular Australian brands. | Dairy Product Manufacturing | 🇦🇺 South Brisbane | 390 | 1923 |
| 15 | [Wagners](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/wagners) (wagner.com.au)<br>An Australian company offering high quality cement, concrete, energy services, precast products, bulk transport, and innovative solutions for national and international clients | Wholesale Building Materials | 🇦🇺 Wellcamp | 372 | 1989 |
| 16 | [IOR](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ior) (ior.com.au)<br>A 100% Australian-owned fuel supplier offering comprehensive fuel solutions across the entire value chain, focused on customer needs and community collaboration | Oil and Gas | 🇦🇺 Cannon Hill | 361 | 1984 |
| 17 | [VALD](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/vald) (vald.com)<br>Global leader in musculoskeletal assessment and rehabilitation technologies, used by elite sports organizations, clinics, universities, hospitals, and defense departments worldwide | Software Development | 🇦🇺 Brisbane | 352 | 2015 |
| 18 | [Humes - A Division of Holcim Australia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/humes-a-division-of-holcim-australia) (humes.com.au)<br>Leading civil precast concrete manufacturer offering customized solutions for infrastructure projects, with in-house design team for cost-effective solutions | Construction | 🇦🇺 Milton | 338 | 1910 |
| 19 | [Russell Mineral Equipment](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/russell-mineral-equipment) (rmeglobal.com)<br>A global leader in mill relining technologies offering safe, efficient solutions for maintenance with a range of products and services worldwide | Mining | 🇦🇺 Toowoomba | 336 | 1985 |
| 20 | [TAE Aerospace](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tae-aerospace) (taeaerospace.com)<br>Global aerospace company offering innovative design, engineering, maintenance, manufacturing, and repair solutions for military engines, APUs, avionics, and aircraft components | Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing | 🇦🇺 Bundamba | 335 | 2000 |
| 21 | [Sun Engineering](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sun-engineering) (suneng.com.au)<br>Fabrication and construction services for mining, power generation, petrochemical, processing, infrastructure, and commercial development sectors across multiple countries. | Oil and Gas | 🇦🇺 Brisbane | 329 | 1974 |
| 22 | [Century Yuasa Batteries](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/century-yuasa-batteries) (cyb.com.au)<br>Leading provider of quality stored energy solutions in Australia and New Zealand for automotive, speciality, and industrial applications with a rich 85-year history | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | 🇦🇺 Brisbane | 327 | 1928 |
| 23 | [One Harvest](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/one-harvest) (oneharvest.com.au)<br>Innovative food producer in Australia, specializing in healthy pre-packed salads, stir-fry vegetables, deli salads, and fresh sealed beetroot products Committed to sustainability and community support | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | 🇦🇺 Brisbane | 326 | 1975 |
| 24 | [Australian Country Choice](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/australian-country-choice) (accbeef.net.au)<br>Supply chain management from cattle breeding to retail packing, specializing in premium beef products with ethical and sustainable practices. | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | 🇦🇺 Brisbane | 324 | 1960 |
| 25 | [Polymedic](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/polymedic) (polymedic.com.au)<br>An Australian manufacturer of innovative and quality healthcare products, including laundry and kitchen trolleys, shower chairs, and walking aids, with a commitment to customer satisfaction and safety | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇦🇺 Luscombe | 323 | 1985 |
| 26 | [Boyne Smelters Limited](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/boyne-smelters-limited) (riotinto.com)<br>An Australian aluminium smelter in Central Queensland producing over half a million tonnes of aluminium annually, operating sustainably and prioritizing health, safety, and community relationships | Mining | 🇦🇺 Boyne Island | 318 | 1982 |
| 27 | [PWR Advanced Cooling Technology](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pwr-advanced-cooling-technology) (pwr.com.au)<br>Global leader in high performance thermal management for racing teams and various industries Specializes in aluminium brazing, machining, design, and product validation Engineering excellence with a focus on teamwork | Industrial Machinery Manufacturing | 🇦🇺 Stapylton | 284 | 1997 |
| 28 | [Stoddart](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/stoddart) (stoddart.com.au)<br>Manufacturing and distributing architectural metalwork, stainless steel plumbing fixtures, and food-service equipment across Australia and the Asia Pacific region | Wholesale | 🇦🇺 Karawatha | 278 | 1959 |
| 29 | [Youfoodz](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/youfoodz) (youfoodz.com)<br>Innovating to shape the future of food through our mission-driven approach | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | 🇦🇺 Brisbane | 278 | 2012 |
| 30 | [Merlo Coffee](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/merlo-coffee) (merlo.com.au)<br>Roasts high-quality coffee beans daily, supplying over 1500 cafes and restaurants across Australia with fresh, flavorful coffee, supported by a knowledgeable team. | Food and Beverage Services | 🇦🇺 Eagle Farm | 193 | 1992 |
| 31 | [Glencore Technology](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/glencore-technology) (glencoretechnology.com)<br>Innovative technology solutions for processing and refining metals and minerals globally, with proven technologies and expert services to improve productivity and profitability | Mining | 🇦🇺 Brisbane | 187 |  |
| 32 | [Riviera Australia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/riviera-australia) (rivieraaustralia.com)<br>Award-winning builder of luxury motor yachts, offering a range of stylish and seaworthy models from 39 to 78 feet, emphasizing innovation and superior owner support | Maritime Transportation | 🇦🇺 Coomera | 185 | 1980 |
| 33 | [Centor](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/centor) (centor.com)<br>Designs and manufactures award-winning integrated doors and living systems to connect people with nature through innovative engineering and high-quality craftsmanship. | Wholesale Building Materials | 🇦🇺 Brisbane | 185 | 1951 |
| 34 | [NIOA](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/nioa) (nioa.com.au)<br>Global munitions supplier specializing in firearms, weapons, and munitions Serving defense forces, law enforcement, sporting markets, with strategic locations worldwide | Defense and Space Manufacturing | 🇦🇺 Pinkenba | 138 |  |
| 35 | [J & P Richardson Industries](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/j-and-p-richardson-industries) (jpr.com.au)<br>A leading electrical contracting and engineering firm in Australia, with 60 years of experience, offering design, manufacturing, and maintenance services across various industries | Construction | 🇦🇺 Wacol | 109 | 1958 |
| 36 | [Active Apparel Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/active-apparel-group) (activeapparelgroup.com)<br>Leading garment manufacturing group specializing in activewear, swimwear, and ready to wear garments Providing end-to-end solutions, quality products, and global delivery | Apparel Manufacturing | 🇦🇺 Hamilton | 73 | 1987 |
| 37 | [Bellissimo Coffee](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bellissimo-coffee) (bellissimocoffee.com.au)<br>An award-winning Australian coffee roaster focused on producing high-quality blends, single-origin coffee, and providing exceptional customer experiences through cafes and online sales | Food and Beverage Services | 🇦🇺 Coorparoo | 42 | 2010 |
| 38 | [The Coffee Commune](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/the-coffee-commune) (coffeecommune.com.au)<br>Connecting coffee professionals from producers to consumers, offering resources for sourcing, roasting, education, and networking within the coffee industry. | Hospitality | 🇦🇺 Brisbane | 22 | 2020 |
| 39 | [Agtecnic](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/agtecnic) (agtecnic.com)<br>Developer and supplier of autonomous situational awareness and spot spraying technology for agricultural off-road vehicle autonomy solutions. | Farming | 🇦🇺 Queensland | 13 | 2020 |
| 40 | [Natavo Natural Avocado](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/natavo-natural-avocado) (natavoavocado.com)<br>Natavo Avocado offers frozen avocado products processed to prevent browning, with extended shelf life, natural ingredients, and no additives for a fresh taste experience | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | 🇦🇺 Coolum | 8 | 2015 |
| 41 | [Promo & Print Co.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/promo-and-print-co) (promoandprintco.com.au)<br>This company specializes in managing brands through promotional merchandise, digital print, signage, work wear, PPE, online stores, and inventory management for consistent branding | Manufacturing | 🇦🇺 Darra | 6 | 2011 |
| 42 | [All In Textiles](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/all-in-textiles)<br>A textile company offering end-to-end solutions for clothing, bedding, and homeware products, with a focus on sustainability and personalized designs | Textile Manufacturing | 🇦🇺 Robina | 3 |  |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 11, 2026.

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