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Posted 19 June, 2026

Sawmill Worker / Grader (Leadership Opportunity)

Fast Force Recruitment
Christchurch,Canterbury,New Zealand,8011 Full Time
Reference: 474_587022_536457000011335029

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Sawmill Labourer \/ Grader \-> Opportunity for the right candidate to move into Supervisor role<\/u><\/b>
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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.<\/span>
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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.
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What's On Offer:<\/b><\/span>
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  • $25.00-$25.50 per hour + 8% holiday pay (higher earning potential for supervisor)<\/span>
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  • Monday to Friday work with 6am starts<\/span>
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  • Temp\-to\-perm opportunity for the right candidate<\/span>
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  • ASAP start<\/span>
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  • Training provided across multiple areas of the sawmill<\/span>
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  • The right candidate will be trained to move into a leadership \/ supervisory role
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    What We're Looking For:<\/b><\/span>
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    • Need to have the right mindset and be able to take on responsibility in the future<\/span>
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    • Comfortable with repetitive physical work & being on your feet the whole shift<\/span>
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    • Physically fit and capable of heavy lifting<\/span>
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    • Able to work independently and within a team<\/span>
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    • Reliable candidates with own transport (no public transport access)<\/span>
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    • Able to pass a drug test and MOJ check<\/span>
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    • Right to work in New Zealand<\/span>
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      Key Responsibilities:<\/b><\/span>
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      • Assisting on the green table by stacking timber onto pallets<\/span>
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      • Working and communicating across multiple stations within the sawmill<\/span>
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      • Learning sawmill and machine operations<\/span>
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      • General labouring and production support duties<\/span>
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      • Maintaining a clean and tidy work environment, including general housekeeping and cleanup duties<\/span>
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      • Following workplace health and safety procedures at all times to ensure a safe working environment
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        Suitable backgrounds include but are not limited to:<\/b><\/span>
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        • Sawmills or woodworking industries (e.g. Frame & Truss)<\/span>
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        • Manufacturing<\/span>
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        • Machine operation<\/span>
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        • Warehousing<\/span>
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        • General labouring<\/span>
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        • Food processing (e.g. knife hand)<\/span>
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        • Farming \/ fruit picking<\/span>
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          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.<\/span>
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          If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply online today. We are looking forward to hearing from you!<\/span>
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