KLG Sawmill Operator


THE ROLE:

We are currently recruiting for a Sawmill Operator to assist with our operations in Gisborne.  Key duties include:

  • Operating sawmill machinery/control panels and equipment
  • Completing relevant documentation/systems
  • Undertaking product grading/quality related tasks
  • Assisting the team with other duties as required

The hours of work per week will be 46 worked between 5:30am to 5:30pm on four days of the week between Monday to Friday both days inclusive.  An indicative pay range for this role is $25.00 - $29.00 depending on your skills and experience.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

Ideally you will have:

  • Minimum two years' experience as a Sawmill Operator / Wood Machinist
  • Experience undertaking manual/physical duties
  • Sound written, numeracy and computer skills

You’ll also have a positive, can-do attitude, with the ability to undertake work in a safe and efficient way to ensure our health and safety, quality standards and production requirements are met.

 

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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Full Time

Job no: 2026-KLG-7

Location: Gisborne - 195 Dunstan Road, RD1, Gisborne. 4071

Closing Date: Saturday, 2 May 2026