Sawmill Night Shift Team Member

Red Stag Timber; Rotorua; On-site; NZD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable night shift roster

Ongoing training and development

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Red Stag Timber in Rotorua is seeking reliable Sawmill Night Shift Workers to support safe and efficient timber processing during night hours. The role involves operating sawmill equipment, sorting and grading timber, and maintaining production quality on a night shift.

Key duties include handling machine changeovers, routine housekeeping, and following health and safety procedures. Pre-employment checks and a capability to work permanent night shifts are required, with training provided as

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year in manufacturing/processing/forestry or related field.
• Level 2 or 3 qualification in wood processing, manufacturing, engineering, forestry, or related field.
• Ability to work permanent night shifts.
• Physical fitness for manual handling.
• Strong health and safety commitment.
• Good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Operate sawmill and timber processing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Sort, stack and grade timber to quality standards.
• Monitor production lines and remove defects or damaged products.
• Assist with machine changeovers and basic equipment adjustments.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area through routine housekeeping.
• Follow health and safety procedures and safe operating practices.
• Complete production and quality documentation as required.
• Collaborate with supervisors and team members to achieve targets.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Physical fitness

Health and safety

Education

Level 2/3 qualification in wood processing/manufacturing/engineering/forestry

Tools

Industrial machinery

Forklifts

Conveyors

Scanners

Stackers

Job description

Location: Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Position Type: Permanent, Full-Time (January 2027 start)
Shift: Night Shift
Hours: 5.30pm to 4.10am, Monday to Friday (additional hours may be available)

About the Role

We are seeking reliable and safety-focused Sawmill Night Shift Workers to join our timber processing operation in Rotorua. This role is responsible for supporting the safe and efficient processing of timber products during night shift operations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate sawmill and timber processing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Sort, stack and grade timber products to quality standards.
• Monitor production lines and remove defects or damaged products.
• Assist with machine changeovers and basic equipment adjustments.
• Conduct routine housekeeping and maintain a clean work area.
• Follow company health and safety procedures and safe operating practices.
• Complete production and quality documentation as required.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors and other team members to achieve production targets.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

Applicants should have:

• At least 1 year of experience in a manufacturing, processing, forestry, sawmilling, industrial, or labouring environment; OR
• A relevant Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in wood processing, manufacturing, engineering, forestry, or a related field.
• Ability to work permanent night shifts.
• Physical fitness and ability to undertake manual handling tasks.
• Strong commitment to health and safety.
• Good communication skills and ability to work within a team.

Experience operating industrial machinery, forklifts, conveyors, scanners, stackers, or other production equipment will be advantageous but is not essential as training may be provided.

What We Offer

• Stable night shift roster.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Supportive team environment.

Pre-employment Requirements

Successful applicants will be required to:

• Pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
• Undergo a medical assessment.
• Provide proof of eligibility to work in New Zealand.