KLG Engineer - Night Shift

THE ROLE:

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Engineer / Maintenance Fitter to assist with our sawmill and processing operations. The key purpose of this role:

• Plan and carry out preventative maintenance
• Conduct routine and breakdown maintenance in the sawmill and processing work centres

The role has a direct impact on our production levels and quality and therefore plays an important part in the overall success of the sawmill.

The nights worked are Monday to Thursday both days inclusive and Saturdays.  Working 50 hours per week - night shift hours are 10 per night.

An indicative pay range for this role is $32.00 to $40.00 depending on your skills and experience.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

Ideally you will have:

• At least 2 - 5 years’ experience working in a mechanical fitting or mechanical maintenance role
• Production experience or heavy industrial experience is highly preferred
• Excellent hands-on fault finding skills
• An applicable trade certificate qualification and experience in wood industry environment with machinery would be advantageous. 

 You’ll need to be physically fit, self-motivated, able to follow procedures, work autonomously and reliable.

You will also have a strong focus on ensuring health and safety standards are adhered to at all times. Sound comprehension skills will also be required. 

ABOUT US:

We provide extensive ongoing training and development opportunities for our employees and prefer to promote from within when we can.  As a result, we have many long-term employees who have successfully risen through the ranks, so if you want to be supported in developing your career and be rewarded for what you do then make the move to Kiwi Lumber. 

Kiwi Lumber is a privately owned, growing and progressive sawmilling company marketing Radiata Pine to the USA, Australia, Europe, Asia and New Zealand markets. The group currently employees over 500 staff across five sites located in Masterton, Dannevirke, Ohinewai, Putaruru and Gisborne.

Kiwi Lumber produce an extensive range of products that are specific to the needs of our domestic and international customers. By providing a consistent quality of resource along with the use of modern technology and systems, Kiwi Lumber is able to produce a diverse range of products to stringent quality and service standards.

WHERE TO FROM HERE?

To apply, click on the APPLY NOW button attaching a covering note/letter and your CV

For more information on our business please visit www.kiwilumber.co.nz or https://www.facebook.com/kiwilumber

You are very welcome to visit the sawmill to collect a Pre Employment Application Form from the Administration Office

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