ABOUT US:
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 consists of three modern sawmills located in Masterton, Dannevirke and Putaruru, and employs over 220 staff, across the three sites.
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 Putaruru.

THE ROLE:
Sawmill General Hand
A position has become available in our Sawmill Department as a General Hand. While experience is preferred, it is not essential as Training will be provided.
The successful applicants ideally have the following qualities:

Experience working in a Sawmill or on a Roundtable for green timber
Experience with Tallying timber
Good mathematical and reading ability
Reliable and responsible
A Positive and Motivated Team player
Some Timber Grading experience
Ability to pass Police Check. As a Kiwi employee you’ll have access to subsidised health insurance options, discounted prices on our products and the opportunity to be a part of a progressive company which offers rewarding careers. WHAT DO WE WANT FROM YOU? You’ll need to be physically fit, literate, reliable, punctual and responsible. You’ll have a positive attitude with the ability to follow instructions in a safe and efficient way.

We have strict quality standards so capable and resourceful people are encouraged to apply as you may be working un-supervised from time to time.

To be successful in this role you’ll display a willingness to work across production areas and within teams to help meet targets and ensure a consistent level of output is maintained.

“Kiwi Lumber is a drug free site. Applicants will be drug tested.”