fastforce

Sawmill Worker / Grader (Leadership Opportunity)

fastforce

Christchurch, Canterbury, New ZealandFull time$52k – $53kPosted Aug 4, 2026

Job description

Sawmill Labourer / Grader -> Opportunity for the right candidate to move into Supervisor role We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Sawmill Labourer to join a busy sawmill team. This is a long-term opportunity with ongoing training and the potential to move into a supervisor role. This role involves physically demanding and repetitive work.

You will be on your feet for the entire shift, working either outdoors or in a covered shed environment. What’s On Offer: $25.00–$25.50 per hour + 8% holiday pay (higher earning potential for supervisor) Monday to Friday work with 6am starts Temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidate ASAP start Training provided across multiple areas of the sawmill The right candidate will be trained to move into a leadership / supervisory role What We’re Looking For: Need to have the right mindset and be able to take on responsibility in the future Comfortable with repetitive physical work & being on your feet the whole shift Physically fit and capable of heavy lifting Able to work independently and within a team Reliable candidates with own transport (no public transport access) Able to pass a drug test and MOJ check Right to work in New Zealand Key Responsibilities: Assisting on the green table by stacking timber onto pallets Working and communicating across multiple stations within the sawmill Learning sawmill and machine operations General labouring and production support duties Maintaining a clean and tidy work environment, including general housekeeping and cleanup duties Following workplace health and safety procedures at all times to ensure a safe working environment Suitable backgrounds include but are not limited to: Sawmills or woodworking industries (e.

g. Frame & Truss) Manufacturing Machine operation Warehousing General labouring Food processing (e.g. knife hand) Farming / fruit picking We welcome both experienced workers and candidates newer to the workforce who can demonstrate reliability, commitment, and a strong work ethic through work, sport, volunteering, or other responsibilities.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply online today. We are looking forward to hearing from you!