KLM Kiln / Boiler and Forklift Operator

THE ROLE:

We are currently recruiting for a Kiln/Boiler/Forklift Operator to assist with our Kiln/Boiler Operations.   Hours and pay rate to be discussed with successful applicant.

We operate one counter flow continuous kiln (CDK) and one batch kiln (BDK). Both are Windsor Kilns with the CDK being converted from 2 batch kilns. The CDK has been extended multiple times as the site has grown and more drying capacity has been required. Energy is supplied by 2 wood waste boilers that burn a combination of sawdust and shavings. 

One boiler is a 5MW Easteel and the other is 5MW Justsen that currently being built and will be commissioned in early May. The boilers and kilns have capacity to dry 170,000m3 of lumber per annum. This is a 24/7 operation requiring both on site and on call coverage. This includes:

• Loading and unloading of product going in and out of the Kiln
• Operating Kilns, Boilers and Forklifts
• Completing relevant Quality documentation, housekeeping and maintenance tasks.
• Working with the Kiln team to cover other duties as required
  

ROE REQUIREMENTS: Ideally you will have:

A background in boiler operation

• Knowledge of drying timber
• A strong mechanical aptitude
• Experience driving large forklifts
• Ability to do manual and physical tasks
• Sound written and numeracy skills
• Basic computer skills
• Qualifications preferred but training for the right applicant in some aspects, can be provided.

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.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? We offer our employees:

• Competitive hourly rate with opportunity to increase with production bonus 
  
• Retention bonus for all hours worked in first year
• Ongoing training, development and promotion opportunities
• Health checks and flu vaccines (optional)
• Free / subsidised medical insurance (optional)
• Staff Referral Scheme - successful nomination and receive $1000 

If you want to be supported in developing your career and rewarded for what you do, then make the move to Kiwi Lumber!

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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