_{15th January, 2026}

Wood Machinist – Dry Mill / Timber Processing

We’re looking for a trade-qualified Wood Machinist to join our timber processing operation. This hands-on role suits someone experienced in machining kiln-dried timber on high-output equipment, with a strong focus on accuracy, recovery, and safe production.

What you’ll be doing:

• Operating and setting up a range of woodworking machines including multi-rip, cross-cut, planer/moulder, docking and edging equipment
• Producing precision-machined timber components to required profiles and tolerances
• Assessing timber quality, managing defects, and maximising recovery
• Monitoring moisture content and dimensional stability of dry timber
• Completing test runs, tooling changes, and adjustments for different products and species
• Carrying out routine maintenance, cleaning, and basic fault reporting
• Performing measurements and quality checks, recording results, and isolating non-conforming material
• Working safely at all times in line with site procedures, PPE, and compliance requirements

What you’ll bring:

• Trade qualification in Wood Machining, Sawmilling, Joinery, or Carpentry 
• Experience in a dry mill or industrial timber processing environment
• Confidence operating high-speed production machinery
• Strong mechanical aptitude and strong attention to detail to produce high quality outputs
• Ability to read cutting lists, production schedules, and profiles
• A team-focused approach with good communication skills

Highly regarded:

• Experience with optimising scanners or grading systems
• Forklift or loader licence
• Knowledge of timber grading rules or continuous-flow production lines

Work environment:

• Physically active role requiring standing and manual handling
• Noisy, dust-controlled industrial setting
• Shift work and overtime may be required

If the above sounds like you, a passionate Timber / Wood Machinist, we want to hear from you! Apply today!

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