KLG - Processing Operator

THE ROLE:

We are currently recruiting for a Processing Operator to assist with our timber processing operations. Based in the Drymill, the key duties include:

Building and stacking of timber packets

Completing relevant quality checks and documentation

Assisting the team with other duties as required

The role has a direct impact on our production levels and quality and therefore plays an important part in the overall success of the mill.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

The ideal candidate will have at least three years of proven experience with either timber processing or timber machine operation in a manufacturing environment, sawmill or similar.

You’ll also have a positive, can-do attitude, with the ability to undertake work in a safe and efficient way to ensure our health and safety, quality standards and production requirements are met.

Sound written and numeracy skills will also be required.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

We offer our employees

Competitive hourly rate with opportunity to increase with production bonus

Retention bonus for all hours worked in first year

Ongoing training, development and promotion opportunities

Health checks and flu vaccines

Subsidised medical insurance (optional)

* Staff Referral Scheme - successful nomination receives $1000

If you want to be supported in developing your career and rewarded for what you do, then make the move to Kiwi Lumber!

ABOUT US:

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.

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 currently employees over 500 staff across five sites located in Masterton, Dannevirke, Ohinewai, Putaruru and Gisborne.

Kiwi Lumber produce an extensive range of products that are specific to the needs of our domestic and international customers. By providing a consistent quality of resource along with the use of modern technology and systems, Kiwi Lumber is able to produce a diverse range of products to stringent quality and service standards.

WHERE TO FROM HERE?

To apply, click on the button attaching a covering note/letter and your CV

For more information on our business please visit www.kiwilumber.co.nz or https://www.facebook.com/kiwilumber

You are very welcome to visit the sawmill to collect a Pre Employment Application Form from the Administration Office

Full Time

Job no: 2026-KLG-13

Location: Gisborne - 195 Dunstan Road, RD1, Gisborne. 4071

Closing Date: Saturday, 7 November 2026