**Job Title:** Wood Products Operator
Our company is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a wood products operator. This permanent full-time position offers a competitive hourly rate, superannuation, and paid overtime opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
* Maintain the efficient operation of fixed and mobile plant equipment to produce high-quality wooden pallets.
* Perform sorting, stacking, and strapping of timber or finished pallets for shipping and delivery.
* Conduct general labouring and pallet mill duties, ensuring a clean and safe work environment.
* Manage inventory to prevent delays or hold-ups in production.
* Foster a strong focus on health and safety across all site areas.
* Complete daily pre-start inspections of fixed and mobile plant equipment.
* Operate a forklift to move products around the site.
Requirements:
* Prior experience in machine operating, labouring, manual handling, or production environments is highly desirable.
* A positive attitude, reliability, and punctuality are essential.
* Competence in operating specific plant machinery safely and efficiently.
* A strong commitment to safety is crucial.
* A forklift license is highly advantageous.
* Knowledge of the timber industry is beneficial.
Benefits:
* Secure, permanent, full-time employment.
* A competitive hourly rate plus superannuation.
* Paid overtime opportunities.
* Diverse tasks alternating between 2-4 different pieces of fixed plant during each shift.
* Opportunities to learn new skills and be trained across various plant machinery.
* Career growth and progression opportunities.
* A supportive management team and positive work environment.
* A company that values employee health, safety, and wellbeing.
About Us:
We are a leading diversified group with over 30 years of experience in the forestry, agricultural, and permaculture industries. Our commitment to sustainable resource management and responsible business practices drives our mission to pursue new ideas, support local communities, and shape a sustainable future. We welcome individuals who share our passion for innovation and excellence to join our team.