Advanced Process Operator (2IC)

Hyne & Son; Boonooroo; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-award wages

Paid parental leave - up to 26 weeks

Ongoing training and career developmen

Supportive, people-focused leadership

Wellbeing programs, including access 


Employee Assistance Program for you &

Job summary

Hyne Timber in Boonooroo, QLD, seeks an Advanced Process Operator (2IC) for our permanent night shift at Tuan. This hands-on role supports the production line and assists the Shift Coordinator with day‑to‑day leadership and crew development.

This position forms part of our succession pathway towards the Shift Coordinator, offering leadership growth during periods of leave and opportunities to drive safety, coaching and continuous improvement while upholding Hyne's standards.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to safety and leading by example.
• Ability to mentor and support others towards team goals.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good organisation, planning and problem-solving capability.
• Calm, adaptable and able to work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Proactive approach to continuous improvement and Lean/JIT.
• Competency using Outlook, Excel and Word.
• First Aid certificate or willingness to obtain.
• Flexibility to work shift hours when required.

Responsibilities

• Work hands-on across the production line and support the team to meet production targets.
• Assist the Shift Coordinator with day-to-day leadership and crew coordination.
• Step into the Shift Coordinator role when required.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and training to team members.
• Promote a strong safety culture prioritising safety over production.
• Support quality inspections, PMS, equipment audits and calibration requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste and support continuous improvement and Business Excellence.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards and ensure work is completed to defined standards.
• Model Hyne's values, behaviours and Field Leadership principles.

Skills

Safety leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Organisation & planning

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

MS Outlook

MS Excel

MS Word

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

About us

Hyne Group is a collective of industry‑leading businesses operating across Australia and New Zealand, with a history spanning over 140 years. From its beginnings as a sawmill on the Mary River, Hyne Group has grown into a pioneer of sustainable timber product manufacturing. The Hyne Group is supported by its partnership with global timber processors, James Jones & Sons, bringing together a combined 320 years of family‑owned sawmilling heritage.

The Group, which includes Hyne Timber, XLam, Rocky Point, and Hyne Pallets, serves key sectors such as construction, garden care, horticulture and logistics. Through innovative processes and sustainable practices, the Hyne Group transforms each log into high‑quality products that meet the diverse needs of our customers. This holistic approach reflects a dedication to environmental stewardship and industry‑leading innovation, ensuring that every centimetre of each log turns into an opportunity for excellence.

Your Next Role - Advanced Process Operator (2IC)

We are seeking an Advanced Process Operator (2IC) to join our permanent night shift team at Tuan.

This is a hands‑on role, working alongside and supporting team members on the production line, while also assisting the Shift Coordinator with the day‑to‑day leadership, guidance and development of the crew.

Importantly, this position forms part of our succession pathway towards the Shift Coordinator role, providing the opportunity to develop leadership capability and step into the Shift Coordinator position as required, including during periods of leave.

Key responsibilities include:

• Working hands‑on across the production line and supporting the team to achieve production requirements.
• Supporting the Shift Coordinator with day‑to‑day leadership and coordination of the crew.
• Stepping into the Shift Coordinator role when required.
• Providing guidance, coaching, training and support to team members.
• Promoting a strong safety culture where safety comes before production.
• Supporting quality inspections, operational PMS, equipment audits and calibration requirements.
• Identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste and support continuous improvement and Business Excellence initiatives.
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and ensuring work is completed to defined standards.
• Role modelling Hyne's values, behaviours and Field Leadership principles.

About you

We are looking for someone who is ready to take the next step in their development and has:

• A strong commitment to safety and leading by example.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and support others towards a common goal.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good organisation, planning and problem‑solving capability.
• The ability to remain calm and adaptable in a fast‑paced production environment.
• A proactive approach to continuous improvement.
• Competency using Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word.
• A current First Aid Certificate or willing to obtain.
• The flexibility to work shift work and varying hours when required.

Experience within manufacturing, lean manufacturing or Just In Time (JIT) environments would be advantageous.

Why Hyne Timber?

As a Hyne Timber employee, you'll enjoy:

• Above-award wages
• Paid parental leave - up to 26 weeks at full pay
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Supportive, people-focused leadership
• Wellbeing programs, including access to an Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family
• Secure, long-term employment with opportunities to grow

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