Labourer

Wade Sawmill is seeking reliable and motivated Labourer to join our pine mill team on a full-time basis, working from 6.00 am to 2.30 pm, Monday to Friday.

These hands-on positions are suited to physically fit individuals who are reliable, safety-focused and willing to learn. Successful applicants will have the opportunity to receive internal training across various areas of the sawmill and progress into machine operator positions.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform general labouring duties across various areas of the pine mill.
• Handle, sort, stack and move timber products safely and efficiently.
• Assist machine operators with production activities as required.
• Learn to operate a range of sawmill plant, machinery and equipment.
• Monitor timber products and identify quality issues.
• Follow production instructions and assist the team in meeting daily production requirements.
• Maintain clean, organised and safe work areas.
• Follow all workplace health and safety procedures.
• Identify and report equipment, maintenance or operational issues.
• Contribute to a positive, productive and team-focused working environment.

Experience & Attributes:

• Previous labouring, manufacturing or sawmill experience is highly regarded but not essential.
• A strong willingness to learn and undertake internal training.
• Physically capable of completing the manual-handling and physical requirements of the position.
• Reliable, punctual and committed to consistent attendance.
• Strong awareness of workplace health and safety requirements.
• Ability to follow instructions and safe work procedures.
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to producing quality work.
• Ability to work effectively in a hands-on production environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Mechanical aptitude or previous experience operating plant and machinery will be highly regarded.

Applicants must be able to pass a pre-employment health assessment, including drug and alcohol screening.

Benefits:

• Attractive wage.
• Stable, full-time employment with consistent weekday hours.
• Day-shift hours of 6.00 am to 2.30 pm, Monday to Friday.
• No shift work.
• Optional overtime when available.
• Internal training across different areas of the sawmill.
• Opportunity to progress into machine operator positions.
• Genuine career-development and advancement opportunities.
• Access to a substantial bonus system after completing the required training and competency assessments.
• Opportunity to develop with a growing local company.

About Us:

Wade Sawmill was established in 1989 and employs approximately 40 people in Maryborough, Queensland. We use certified plantation-grown pine and supply a wide range of products across the outdoor timber market. Our flexibility also allows us to offer an extensive range of cut-to-order pallet material.

If you are reliable, hardworking and interested in developing practical plant and machine-operation skills, we encourage you to apply.