Machine operators

BSW Timber Ltd.; Beattock; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking experienced Forestry Machine Operators to join their dedicated team in Scotland. This role involves operating advanced machinery to efficiently carry out tree harvesting operations while adhering to strict health and safety standards. The company prides itself on its commitment to sustainability and innovation within the timber industry, offering a competitive salary and a range of employee benefits. Ideal candidates will possess relevant qualifications and a strong ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about forestry and looking for a long-term career, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Discounted rate on BSW products

Employee benefits portal

24/7 wellbeing support

Cycle to Work Scheme

Funded learning and career development

Qualifications

• Must have FMOCS Qualification and First Aid + Forestry certification.
• Experience in operating machinery for tree harvesting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery to fell trees and extract timber.
• Maintain daily records and ensure site safety.

Skills

Experience in harvesting operations

Excellent communication skills

Self-motivated attitude

Ability to work towards tight deadlines

Knowledge of Health & Safety standards

Education

FMOCS Qualification

First Aid + Forestry

Tools

Forwarder

Harvester

Job description

Harvesting Machine Operators

• Scotland: Various locations

• Full-time / Permanent

• Will Consider self employed

In support of our continued and exciting growth, we are recruiting for Forestry Machine Operators to work as part of a dedicated team planning and carrying out tree harvesting operations.

If you are an experienced Forestry machine Operator based in Scotland we have an opportunity for you.

Specifically, some responsibilities of a Machine Operator include:

• Operating a forwarder and Harvester to mechanically fell trees and extract timber to the roadside.
• Keep daily maintenance records.
• Being able to plan and set site out suitable for extraction. Minimise environmental impacts on the surrounding area.

About you:

Already experienced in harvesting operations, you will have:

• FMOCS Qualification.
• First Aid + Forestry.
• Sound knowledge of felling permission laws and legislations. Ability to adhere to rigorous Health & Safety standards, ensuring you are working safely, in a clean and hazard free environment and the correct and proper use of PPE.
• Ability to adapt and work towards tight deadlines in a fast-paced, changing commercial environment.
• Self-motivated attitude, as well as a collaborative approach.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Full Driving Licence.

About BSW:

BSW Group is the largest timber and forestry business in the UK, with operating divisions spanning the whole supply chain, from tree nurseries and woodland management to sawmilling and pallets.

We market 35 million saplings annually through the country’s leading commercial tree nursery, have planted a billion trees through Tilhill Forestry, supply sustainable timber products to an array of industries as BSW Timber, and manufacture millions of pallets a year as Scott Pallets. We work to keep industry moving and aim to be the most technically advanced timber business in the country.

With an ethos to use everything and waste nothing, we leverage technology and cutting-edge practices to supply the diverse demands of the UK, helping to build sustainable worlds.

Benefits:

In return, you can look forward to developing a long-term career with one of the industry’s leading employers. As well as the competitive salary, this position includes other benefits such as:

• Discounted rate on a range of BSW products including Woodfuel Direct.
• Employee benefits portal with access to exclusive deals and discounts on 100s of high street brands, utilities, eating out and more!
• Confidential 24/7 wellbeing support.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Funded learning and career development opportunities.

Interested? Click APPLY to send us your CV or note of interest and complete our online application form.

Closing Date for Applications: 30th April 2025

We encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity as we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the published closing date should we receive a sufficient amount of applications.

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