Timber Production Leading Hand - Laminating Shed

Ironwood Australia welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds, including women, interested in building their skills and developing a career in timber manufacturing.

No previous timber experience is required, with training provided for the right person.

Are you practical, reliable and organised, with an interest in learning new skills and taking on greater responsibility?

Ironwood Australia is seeking a hands‑on Timber Production Operator: Laminating Shed to join our timber manufacturing operation at Pampoolah.

This is a great opportunity for someone who takes pride in doing things properly, enjoys practical work and is ready to develop specialist timber manufacturing skills while taking ownership of an important production area.

Full training in Ironwood’s specialist processes will be provided.

About the Role

Based on site at Ironwood Australia’s Pampoolah mill, this is a hands‑on production role working within our Laminating Shed across a range of specialist timber manufacturing processes. You’ll be involved in:

- finger jointing,
- gluing and laminating beams,
- engineered flooring production,
- sanding,
- milling and other timber processing activities

Importantly, we’re looking for someone who can take real ownership of the area. You’ll help keep the Laminating Shed clean, organised and running efficiently, support the team with daily priorities and develop into a key person within the shed who can help bring the team together and maintain consistent standards.

You don’t need to have worked across all of these specialist processes before. If you are practical, organised, reliable, comfortable learning to work with machinery and take pride in maintaining a clean and well‑run workspace, we’d encourage you to apply.





For someone looking to learn new skills and take the next step into leadership, this is an opportunity to build specialist timber manufacturing capability while taking greater responsibility within a growing regional business.

Key Responsibilities

- Work hands‑on within the Laminating Shed across daily production activities
- Learn to operate Ironwood’s finger jointing and timber laminating equipment
- Glue and laminate timber beams and manufactured timber products
- Assist with engineered flooring production, sanding and milling
- Help coordinate daily workflow and production priorities within the shed
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness, housekeeping and organisation
- Ensure materials, equipment and work areas are organised and ready for production
- Follow secure work practices and established operating procedures
- Support consistent quality standards across finished products
- Communicate effectively with the wider production and operations team
- Help bring the Laminating Shed team together and contribute to a positive and productive working environment
- Take increasing ownership of the Laminating Shed as skills and experience develop

What We're Looking For

- Is reliable, punctual and ready to contribute each day
- Is highly organised and takes pride in keeping their workspace clean and tidy
- Enjoys practical, hands‑on work




- Is comfortable learning to work with machinery and production processes
- Has a strong work ethic and takes pride in producing quality work
- Communicates well and enjoys working as part of a team
- Is willing to take ownership and help keep others working together
- Has a strong commitment to workplace safety
- Is interested in learning new skills and developing into a leadership role

Previous experience in timber, manufacturing, production, machining, joinery, construction or another practical environment would be highly regarded. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including women interested in building a career in timber manufacturing.

Training in Ironwood’s specialist equipment and processes will be provided for the right person.

About Ironwood Australia

Ironwood Australia is an expanding regional timber business focused on reclaimed, recycled and sustainable Australian hardwood products. We supply and mill timber products including decking, cladding, flooring, stair treads, posts, beams and feature timbers for residential and commercial projects.

Our Pampoolah site includes a working mill and operational yard environment, supported by a Sydney showroom and sales presence. We value practical teamwork, sustainability, reliability, quality and people who take real ownership of their role.

As the business continues to grow, this role has been designed to strengthen operational leadership, improve workflow, support better systems and help the business continue building a safer, more structured and more efficient operating environment.

Applications close Friday 16th of October 2026. Early applications are encouraged, as suitable candidates may be contacted prior to the closing date.

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📌 Timber Production Leading Hand - Laminating Shed (MidCoast Council)
🏢 Ironwood Australia
📍 MidCoast Council