Timber Treatment Plant and Forklift Operator
Niagara Sawmilling Company Limited is a proudly New Zealand-owned and operated sawmill, manufacturer, and distributor with over 90 years of industry leadership. We specialise in high-quality radiata pine products used across New Zealand and international construction markets. With a strong commitment to innovation, sustainability, and our people, we offer long-term employment in a dynamic and supportive workplace.
Are you ready for a stable role that offers variety and responsibility? We are seeking a motivated individual looking to take the next step in their career.
This position is primarily Monday to Friday with a minimum of 40 hours per week, and consistent overtime paid at higher rates.
As a Timber Treatment Plant and Forklift Operator, you will coordinate and treat timber to meet customer requirements while supporting production flow and maintaining safe, cost-efficient operations. Your responsibilities will include selecting timber for treatment, preparing chemicals for each charge, loading and unloading timber packs onto rails and into the treatment cylinder using a forklift, initiating and monitoring treatment processes, recording treatment details, monitoring and tagging timber during the drying process and safely operating a forklift to transfer stock.
This role is ideal for someone who is responsible, self-motivated, and capable of working effectively without supervision and within a small team. Full onsite training will be provided, but the following skills and attributes are essential:
- Strong mathematical skills
- Ability to multitask and manage time effectively to meet deadlines
- Confidence using computers and learning new programs
- Proven work history with long-term commitment to past employers
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a small team
- Alignment with our values of integrity, teamwork, and striving for excellence
- Forklift experience or certificate (advantageous but not required)
At Niagara, we value our people and provide:
- A supportive and evolving culture with continuous opportunities to upskill.
- A secure and stable job with weekly pay and overtime rates.
- A safe and positive work environment.
- An employee referral scheme.
- Long-service recognition.
- An end-of-year celebration for you and your partner.
At Niagara, we are not just looking for employees we are looking for team members who live our values. We work as a team through honest communication, mutual support, and shared purpose. We act with integrity, treat others with respect, and strive for excellence by prioritising our people and continuously improving what we do.
As part of our growing team, you will be supported in your career development, encouraged to contribute to our culture of safety, and have opportunities for professional growth. We are looking for individuals who not only meet the technical requirements of the role but also align with these values, bringing passion, reliability, and a dedication to teamwork and excellence.
The rates offered take into account the responsibilities of the role and your individual experience, and will be reviewed periodically to ensure they remain competitive within the market.
As part of our commitment to safety, all offers of employment are subject to pre-employment drug testing and a medical.
We invite you to apply online by submitting your cover letter and CV. Only online applications will be considered.
