Sawmill Operative

Job Title: Sawmill Operative

Location: Lockerbie

Job Type: Full‑time

Salary: £12.71 per hour

Hours: 39 hours per week Monday to Friday

We are looking for a hardworking and safety‑conscious Sawmill Operative to join our production team. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating sawmill machinery, processing timber to specification, and maintaining a clean, efficient working environment. This role suits someone who enjoys practical, physical work and takes pride in producing high‑quality timber products.

• Operate sawmill machinery including saws, planers, edgers, and forklifts (if licensed)
• Sort, stack, and grade timber according to company standards
• Measure and cut timber to required specifications
• Monitor machinery performance and report faults or maintenance needs
• Follow all health and safety procedures, including PPE requirements
• Assist with loading and unloading timber products
• Maintain a clean and organised work area
• Work as part of a team to meet daily production targets
• Perform general yard duties as required

• Previous experience in a sawmill, timber yard, or manufacturing environment (preferred but not essential)
• Ability to operate or learn to operate sawmill machinery
• Good understanding of health and safety practices
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

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