Nightshift Sawmill Forklift and Machine Operator

Job ID 22793483
Southland, Invercargill
Full-time
Listed on 8 May 2025

About this job

Local Invercargill sawmill are on the hunt for motivated and hardworking staff .

As a Nightshift Sawmill Forklift and Machine Operator you will play a crucial role in our operations, transforming raw logs into various rough sawn timber profiles to fuel our remanufacturing production plant. You will handle physically demanding tasks, operate machinery, and ensure equipment is performing at its best to meet our ambitious output goals.

Mon to Thurs 6:00 PM to 4:30 AM (Three day weekend, every week!). Regular overtime opportunities at the end of each shift - paid at an overtime bonus rate!

We have a supportive, and skilled team who are looking to welcome a candidate who has: - A consistent work history and great references - Mechanical aptitude - Current F endorsement with recent experience - The ability to work independently and within a team - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - The physical ability to stand, bend, and lift heavy objects - this is a physical role!

Must be fit and have a recent CV with contactable references and MUST be able to pass a medical/drug test! For more information or to be referred contact Chris on 0292743371 or chris.cullen004@msd.govt.nz

Job Requirements

What You Will Bring: - Current F endorsement with recent experience - Good physical fitness and confidence with manual handling tasks - A positive attitude and strong work ethic - Sound communication skills and a willingness to learn - A commitment to safety, teamwork, and doing the job well - A proven work history with recent references - Must have Full Driver’s license and own transport as located in Kennington.

Days of work
Mon to Thurs 6:00 PM to 4:30 AM Regular overtime opportunities at the end of each shift - paid at an overtime bonus rate! (40 hours per week)
Pay Details
TBD
Job Category
Other Machine Operators
Career Level
Trainee/apprentice (0 - 6 months)
Driver Licence
Full, (Class 1) - Car Licence, (F) - Forklift
Pre-employment drug test required
Yes

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