Job Description

Wade Sawmill is seeking reliable and motivated Labourer to join our pine mill team on a full-time basis, working from 6.00 am to 2.30 pm, Monday to Friday.

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These hands-on positions are suited to physically fit individuals who are reliable, safety-focused and willing to learn. Successful applicants will have the opportunity to receive internal training across various areas of the sawmill and progress into machine operator positions.

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Wade Sawmill is seeking reliable and motivated Labourer to join our pine mill team on a full-time basis, working from 6.00 am to 2.30 pm, Monday to Friday.

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These hands-on positions are suited to physically fit individuals who are reliable, safety-focused and willing to learn. Successful applicants will have the opportunity to receive internal training across various areas of the sawmill and progress into machine operator positions.

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Duties & Responsibilities:

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- Perform general labouring duties across various areas of the pine mill.
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- Handle, sort, stack and move timber products safely and efficiently.
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- Assist machine operators with production activities as required.
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- Learn to operate a range of sawmill plant, machinery and equipment.
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- Monitor timber products and identify quality issues.
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- Follow production instructions and assist the team in meeting daily production requirements.
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- Maintain clean, organised and safe work areas.
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- Follow all workplace health and safety procedures.
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- Identify and report equipment, maintenance or operational issues.
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- Contribute to a positive, productive and team-focused working environment.
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Experience & Attributes:

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- Previous labouring, manufacturing or sawmill experience is highly regarded but not essential.
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- A strong willingness to learn and undertake internal training.
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- Physically capable of completing the manual-handling and physical requirements of the position.
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- Reliable, punctual and committed to consistent attendance.
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- Strong awareness of workplace health and safety requirements.
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- Ability to follow instructions and safe work procedures.
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- Good attention to detail and a commitment to producing quality work.
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- Ability to work effectively in a hands-on production environment.
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- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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- Mechanical aptitude or previous experience operating plant and machinery will be highly regarded.
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Applicants must be able to pass a pre-employment health assessment, including drug and alcohol screening.

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Benefits:

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- Attractive wage.
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- Secure, full-time employment with consistent weekday hours.
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- Day-shift hours of 6.00 am to 2.30 pm, Monday to Friday.
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- No shift work.
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- Optional overtime when available.
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- Internal training across different areas of the sawmill.
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- Opportunity to progress into machine operator positions.
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- Genuine career-development and advancement opportunities.
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- Access to a substantial bonus system after completing the required training and competency assessments.
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- Opportunity to develop with a growing local company.
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About Us:

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Wade Sawmill was established in 1989 and employs approximately 40 people in Maryborough, Queensland. We use certified plantation-grown pine and supply a wide range of products across the outdoor timber market. Our flexibility also allows us to offer an extensive range of cut-to-order pallet material.

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If you are reliable, hardworking and interested in developing practical plant and machine-operation skills, we encourage you to apply.

📌 Labourer (Fraser Coast Regional)
🏢 wade sawmill
📍 Fraser Coast Regional