About the role As a Timber Machinist you will be one of two Machinists on a shift and are an integral part of the team reporting to the Drymill & Kiln Manager. You will be responsible for ensuring the planer is operating efficiently to support production targets and customer orders. You will also operate the “Golden Eye” grading system as well as other machine centres when required becoming multi skilled within the Drymill. There will also be the opportunity to suggest and implement continuous improvement opportunities to the production process. This is a shift position, working 8-hour shifts (Monday to Friday). You will rotate through 3 different shift patterns, working each pattern for one week. Day shift - 6.00am – 2.00pm. Afternoon shift - 2.00pm – 10.00pm. Night shift - 10.00pm – 6.00am. This role is based at our Whirinaki site, 15 minutes north of Napier. We offer
Attractive salary
Secure employment
A supportive learning and development environment
Wellbeing programme
Free life insurance for you and discounted life insurance for your partner
Subsidised medical insurance for you and your family
Discounted petrol
Retail discounts
Annual firewood allocation
Relocation costs
Family friendly events
About us We add value to our natural resources. Our business is renewables, and we have been a part of New Zealand’s bio-based economy for 50 years. We grow, process, and deliver quality radiata products to national and international markets. Sustainability and safety are the foundations of our business. We have a team of over 430 full time staff and 400 contractors. We care for our people, the environment and our community. About you You will be a qualified Timber Machinist:
An ability to work well under pressure.
A strong health and safety focus
A New Zealand Certificate in Timber Machining (Minimum Level 3)
Pride in being a team player
Strong focus on plant reliability
Proven experience in a practical, ‘hands on’ role
If you are looking for your next exciting career opportunity, then we would love to hear from you.