Sawmill Operative

Stafforce-Recruitment; Lockerbie; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Stafforce-Recruitment is seeking a hardworking and safety-conscious Sawmill Operative to join our production team. The successful candidate will operate sawmill machinery, process timber to specification, and maintain a clean, efficient working environment.

This role suits someone who enjoys practical, physical work and takes pride in producing high-quality timber products. 39 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with rotating shifts 6:00-14:30 and 16:00-00:30.

Qualifications

• Experience in a sawmill or timber yard is preferred but not essential.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate sawmill machinery.
• Good understanding of health and safety practices.
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling.

Responsibilities

• Operate sawmill machinery including saws, planers, edgers, and forklifts (if licensed).
• Sort, stack, and grade timber according to company standards.
• Measure and cut timber to required specifications.
• Monitor machinery performance and report faults or maintenance needs.
• Follow all health and safety procedures, including PPE requirements.
• Assist with loading and unloading timber products.
• Maintain a clean and organised work area.
• Work as part of a team to meet daily production targets.
• Perform general yard duties as required.

Skills

Sawmill experience

Health and safety

Manual handling

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Tools

Sawmill machinery

Job description

Salary: GBP12.71 - GBP12.71 per hour + Production Bonus

Job Title: Sawmill Operative

Salary: £12.71 per hour and opportunity to earn bonus

Hours: 39 hours per week Monday to Friday, rotating shifts 6:00-14:30 and 16:00-00:30

Overview

We are looking for a hardworking and safety-consciousSawmill Operativeto join our production team. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating sawmill machinery, processing timber to specification, and maintaining a clean, efficient working environment. This role suits someone who enjoys practical, physical work and takes pride in producing high-quality timber products.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate sawmill machinery including saws, planers, edgers, and forklifts (if licensed)
• Sort, stack, and grade timber according to company standards
• Measure and cut timber to required specifications
• Monitor machinery performance and report faults or maintenance needs
• Follow all health and safety procedures, including PPE requirements
• Assist with loading and unloading timber products
• Maintain a clean and organised work area
• Work as part of a team to meet daily production targets
• Perform general yard duties as required

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a sawmill, timber yard, or manufacturing environment (preferred but not essential)
• Ability to operate or learn to operate sawmill machinery
• Good understanding of health and safety practices
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Ref: S09