Loader Operator, Logging
About this job
Our Picton branch is looking to hire reliable and experienced loader operators for heavy forestry machinery. The role involves operating Wagner's, high stacker's and pivot steer heavy machinery to load/unload logging trucks/barges and stack logs ready for loading onto log vessels in a port environment.
With a starting rate of $31.50 per hour, this is a permanent position with a minimum hours guarantee equivalent to 40 hours per week. Flexibility with working hours is required as there are a range of shifts required to cover this operation, which includes working nights.
Experience in a port environment and/or forestry experience would be advantageous, as well as an ability to operate log loading machinery, however training can be provided for the right candidate.
Job Requirements
-Experience in operating pivot steer log loaders & high stackers
- A minimum Class 1 licence with W endorsement
-A strong focus on Health and Safety
-An ability to work to deadlines
-Flexibility and reliability
-A positive approach towards teamwork
- Days of work
- Flexibility needed- range of shifts across 24/7 work environment (40 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- $31.50
- Job Category
- Earthmoving Plant Operators
- Career Level
- Intermediate (2 - 4 years)
- Driver Licence
- Full, (Class 2) - Medium Rigid Vehicle Licence, (F) - Forklift
- Pre-employment drug test required
- Yes
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