Mill Machine Operator

Clutha NZ; Milton; On-site; NZD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A timber processing company located in Milton, Otago, is seeking a reliable machinery operator to be responsible for operating timber processing machinery and maintaining production flow. The ideal candidate will have experience in a sawmill or timber processing environment, be safety-focused, and possess good mechanical aptitude. This role ensures quality standards are met and involves performing basic maintenance tasks as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Experience operating machinery in a sawmill or timber processing environment.
• Head Rig operating experience highly desirable.
• Good mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Reliable, safety-focused, and able to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate timber processing machinery.
• Maintain production flow.
• Carry out basic maintenance.
• Ensure quality standards are met.

Skills

Machinery operation

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Job description

About the Role

You’ll be responsible for operating timber processing machinery, maintaining production flow, carrying out basic maintenance, and ensuring quality standards are met.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience operating machinery in a sawmill or timber processing environment
• Head Rig operating experience highly desirable
• Good mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Reliable, safety-focused, and able to work as part of a team