Sawmill Operator — Hands-on Timber Processing & Training

Grosvenor Group; Wimblington; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training

Specialist skills

Team environment

Overtime opportunities

Integrity and respect

Pension & benefits

Job summary

Grosvenor TimberWorks in Hatton Heath, Eaton Estate, Cheshire, is seeking a practical Sawmill Operative to join our timber processing team outdoors. You will help run the sawmill, load timber, and contribute to safe, efficient production.

We offer full training, specialist skills development, a supportive team, overtime where possible, and a generous benefits package including a pension, life assurance, and holiday entitlement.

Qualifications

• Experience in timber processing would be advantageous, training is provided.
• Willing to learn and develop practical skills in a busy sawmill.
• Comfortable working outdoors year-round and safety minded.

Responsibilities

• Operate and support the sawmill production line.
• Load and unload timber using handling equipment.
• Sort, grade and stack timber products.
• Load, operate and unload timber drying kilns.
• Assist with yard organisation and stock management.
• Prepare customer orders for dispatch.
• Support biomass and firewood operations when required.
• Help maintain equipment and keep the site safe and tidy.

Skills

Keen to learn

Safety conscious

Outdoor work

Team player

Reliable

Organised

Adaptable

Tools

Telescopic Handler certification

Counterbalance Forklift certification

Chainsaw Cross-Cut certification

Job description

Grosvenor TimberWorks in Hatton Heath, Eaton Estate, Cheshire, is seeking a practical Sawmill Operative to join our timber processing team outdoors. You will help run the sawmill, load timber, and contribute to safe, efficient production.

We offer full training, specialist skills development, a supportive team, overtime where possible, and a generous benefits package including a pension, life assurance, and holiday entitlement.