Timber Processing Generalist & Forklift Operator

Qjumpers; Southland; On-site; NZD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite training

Overtime pay (time and a quarter)

Guaranteed 40 hrs/wk

Career opportunities

Job summary

Niagara Sawmilling in Kennington, Invercargill, NZ, seeks a Generalist Operator and Forklift Driver for our Dry Mill team. You’ll operate grading machinery, wrap and label timber, and support kiln operations with occasional night and weekend cover. Day shifts predominate, with overtime paid at time and a quarter.

We offer full onsite training, exposure to multiple Dry Mill and kiln processes, and opportunities for advancement in a long-standing timber industry employer.

Qualifications

• A current forklift licence OR willingness to obtain one.
• Good physical fitness and confidence with manual handling.
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to learn.
• Commitment to safety, teamwork, and quality work.
• Proven work history with recent employment references.

Responsibilities

• Operating grading machinery and timber processing equipment.
• Wrapping, labelling, and preparing timber packets for dispatch.
• Relief forklift driving for leave and production cover.
• Supporting kiln operations, including inventory management and moisture control.
• General timber handling and production duties.
• Working safely and efficiently within a team environment.
• Assisting across multiple areas of the operation as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Physical fitness

Safety awareness

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

Grading machinery

Timber processing equipment

Job description

Niagara Sawmilling in Kennington, Invercargill, NZ, seeks a Generalist Operator and Forklift Driver for our Dry Mill team. You’ll operate grading machinery, wrap and label timber, and support kiln operations with occasional night and weekend cover. Day shifts predominate, with overtime paid at time and a quarter.

We offer full onsite training, exposure to multiple Dry Mill and kiln processes, and opportunities for advancement in a long-standing timber industry employer.