Machine Operator

About the Role

Working within our logging operation, you will be a key multi-skilled operator and floater across the yard.

Your day-to-day duties will vary depending on operational requirements. You may be operating a Front-End Loader one moment, an LF Forklift the next, and assisting with other machinery, log handling or general yard duties as required.

This role suits someone who is adaptable, mechanically minded and confident operating different types of machinery.

Safety is a major priority in this role. You will be operating heavy machinery in a busy yard where drivers, workers and pedestrians may be moving around the site. Strong spatial and situational awareness, along with the ability to operate machinery safely around others, is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating Front-End Loaders to move and handle logs
• Operating LF Forklifts throughout the yard
• Operating different machinery as required
• Assisting with log handling and movement
• Assisting with loading and unloading activities
• Preparing and packing export log containers
• Moving between different areas of the yard to support operations
• Conducting basic machinery checks
• Identifying and reporting mechanical issues
• Assisting with general yard and labouring duties
• Maintaining a safe and tidy work environment
• Following all site safety procedures and requirements

About You

We are looking for someone who is safety-focused, mechanically minded and confident operating heavy machinery in a busy yard environment.

• Previous loader operating experience – essential
• Current LF Forklift Licence and proven ability to operate an LF Forklift – essential
• Experience operating multiple types of machinery
• Excavator experience is highly advantageous
• Experience working with logs, timber, forestry, quarry, civil construction, transport or similar environments is advantageous
• Strong spatial and situational awareness, particularly when operating machinery around pedestrians and other vehicles
• Mechanically minded with a practical, hands-on approach
• Confident moving between different machines and tasks
• Adaptable and willing to assist wherever required
• Strong safety awareness
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Physically fit and capable of performing manual duties when required
• Available to work 8–10 hour days, Monday to Friday
• No weekend work
• Paid overtime