Central West Pine Creations is a locally owned timber by-product business, specialising in the processing and supply of quality woodchip & sawdust. Supporting a range of industries including agriculture, landscaping & animal bedding, we are looking for a reliable Forwarder Operator to join our operation.
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This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic forestry environment with modern equipment and a supportive team.
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Key Responsibilities
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Safely operate a Komatsu 895 Forwarder to extract and transport timber from harvest sites to roadside piles.
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Daily operations include the collection of leftover residue from harvesting, transporting residue roadside and chipping product into walking floor trailers.
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Conduct daily machine inspections and basic preventative maintenance.
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Maintain effective time management and ensure daily & weekly KPI's are met.
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Monitor machine performance and report faults or maintenance requirements.
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Maintain high standards of workplace safety and environmental compliance.
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Complete operational records and pre-start documentation as required.
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Work effectively within a small team environment while also being capable of operating independently and managing workloads with minimal supervision.
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Demonstrate initiative and problem-solving skills when working in remote forestry operations.
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About You
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Previous experience operating a forestry forwarder or forestry work.
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Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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Good communication and problem-solving skills.
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Willingness to work in varying terrain and weather conditions.
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Current driver's licence.
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First Aid Certificate (desired but not essential).
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Why Work With Us?
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Competitive remuneration package with weekly pay cycle.
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Full-time employment with possible contract extensions based on performance.
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Modern, well-maintained equipment.
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Access to company pool vehicles.
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Supportive and skilled work environment.
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Opportunities for training and career development.
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Flexibility with start & finish times (day-shift only).
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📌 Forwarder Operator (Oberon)
🏢 Central West Pine Creations
📍 Oberon
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