Imbil - Apprentice Saw Technician (Timber Industry)

Pentarch Group; Imbil; Presencial; AUD 32.000 - 40.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Pentarch Group is seeking an enthusiastic candidate to start a 3-year Apprenticeship as a Saw Technician (Saw Doctor) at the Imbil Timber Mill. This full-time role on day shifts includes training across blade maintenance, sharpening, CNC operations, and safety practices. You will study towards a Certificate III in Saw Technology with year-round online coursework.

You may need to attend training in Victoria during years 2 and 3 for 3 weeks. A vehicle is required.

Formación

• Completed Year 12 (preferred).
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• An interest in the timber industry.
• Attention to detail.
• Work well in a team environment.
• The ability to complete online course work throughout the year autonomously.
• Own vehicle.

Responsabilidades

• Replace saw blades, knives and guides.
• Sharpen band saw, circular saw and tipped circular saw blades.
• Reconditioning of saw guides.
• Operate CNC equipment for grinding, tensioning and levelling blades
• Assess and maintain equipment performance.
• Learn to solder, weld and arc weld.
• Preventive maintenance tasks.
• Apply principals of blade design and sawing procedures.

Conocimientos

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Own vehicle

Educación

Year 12 completed

Descripción del empleo

Imbil - Apprentice Saw Technician (Timber Industry)

Build a rewarding career in the timber industry and gain a trade as a Saw Technician

02nd November, 2026

About the Position

We are seeking an enthusiastic candidate to commence their Apprenticeship as a Saw Technician (Saw Doctor) at our Imbil Timber Mill.

You will work on a Full-Time basis on day shift, Monday - Friday, learning a variety of skills. The certificate requires 26 units of competency, covering 7 core units, plus, 19 elective units. At the successful completion of your 3-year Apprenticeship, you will have earned a Certificate III in Saw Technology. This role requires the ability to attend training in Victoria, in your second and third years, for 3 weeks.

Your apprenticeship will see you trained and assessed in a variety of the following areas:

• Replace saw blades, knives and guides.
• Sharpen band saw, circular saw and tipped circular saw blades.
• Reconditioning of saw guides.
• Operate CNC equipment for grinding, tensioning and levelling blades
• Assess and maintain equipment performance.
• Learn to solder, weld and arc weld.
• Preventive maintenance tasks.
• Apply principals of blade design and sawing procedures.

To be successful in securing this role you will have:

• Completed Year 12 (preferred).
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• An interest in the timber industry.
• Attention to detail.
• Work well in a team environment.
• The ability to complete online course work throughout the year autonomously.
• Own vehicle.

What we can offer you:

• Support and training to gain your Certificate III in Saw Technology.
• Full-time work in an established business in Imbil.
• Company support in the travel and accommodation for in person course work in Victoria
• A positive work environment with supportive management
• A company who values employee health, safety and wellbeing.

About Us

Join our team and be part of a diversified group with over 30 years of experience leading the way in the forestry, agricultural, and permaculture industries. We're dedicated to the sustainable management of natural resources and have a long-standing commitment to responsible and functional use of these resources in our businesses.

At the Pentarch Group, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to pursuing new ideas, support local communities, and help shape a business that focuses on a sustainable future. Your skills and passion can make a real difference by building on our decades of expertise.

Visit www.pentarch.com.au to learn more.

Please note that all successful employees are required to undertake the following as a normal part of the recruitment process:

• Pre Employment Medical and Physical Assessment which includes a drug and alcohol test
• Work Rights Check
• Police Check