General Labourer

Loughview Timber is looking for a reliable and hardworking Sawmill Labourer / Production Operative to join our busy manufacturing team.

This is a hands-on role within a fast-paced sawmill and timber production environment. The successful candidate will support the day-to-day processing, handling and movement of timber while helping to ensure production runs safely and efficiently.

Key Duties

• Carrying out general labouring duties within a busy sawmill
• Handling, stacking, sorting and moving timber
• Feeding and removing timber from sawmill and woodworking machinery
• Assisting machine operators with the processing of timber
• Preparing timber for production and further processing
• Checking timber for obvious defects or quality issues
• Bundling, stacking and preparing processed timber for storage or production
• Maintaining an organised and safe working area
• Assisting with general housekeeping and waste removal
• Supporting basic machine cleaning and maintenance activities
• Following production instructions and daily work priorities
• Working closely with machine operators, supervisors and the wider production team
• Following all company Health & Safety procedures, particularly when working around machinery and moving timber
• Carrying out other production and sawmill duties as required

What We're Looking For

Previous experience within a sawmill, timber yard, manufacturing, production or similar environment would be advantageous, but training can be provided.

Applicants should be:

• Reliable, punctual and hardworking
• Comfortable carrying out practical and physical work
• Able to work safely in a busy production environment
• Able to follow instructions and work to production requirements
• Comfortable working around industrial woodworking machinery
• Quality-conscious with good attention to detail
• Able to work effectively as part of a team
• Willing to learn and develop new skills
• Flexible and willing to assist in different areas of production when required

Pay: £12.99-£17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person