Qualified Wood Machinist

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Trade-Qualified Wood Machinist
 
We’re seeking a trade-qualified Wood Machinist with proven experience on high-speed timber processing equipment to join a state-of-the-art facility in Stapylton, QLD, producing precision, high-quality timber products.
 
This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced dry mill environment, understands timber recovery and quality, and can confidently set up and operate production machinery with precision and efficiency.

What's On Offer: 

• $120K + Super salary package 
• State-of-the-art Facility 
• Training and development opportunities

The Role:

• Setting up and operating high-output woodworking machinery including multi-rip, cross-cut, planer/moulder, docking and edging equipment
• Machining kiln-dried timber to exact profiles, dimensions and tolerances
• Identifying defects, assessing timber quality and maximising product recovery
• Monitoring moisture content and dimensional stability across varying timber species
• Completing tooling changes, machine adjustments and test runs for production changeovers
• Performing quality checks, measurements and production reporting
• Carrying out routine maintenance, cleaning and fault identification
• Maintaining strict safety standards and following all site procedures and PPE requirements

What You Will Bring:

• Trade qualification in Wood Machining, Sawmilling, Joinery or Carpentry
• Proven experience in a dry mill, sawmill or industrial timber processing operation with strong experience operating and setting up high-speed production machinery
• Sound mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability
• Ability to read production schedules, cutting lists and machining profiles
• Reliable team player with strong communication skills and a solid work ethic

Highly Regarded:

• Experience with optimiser scanners or grading systems
• Forklift ticket
• Knowledge of timber grading rules and continuous-flow production environments

The Environment:

• Physically active, hands-on role
• Industrial timber processing facility with dust-controlled systems
• Overtime available as required

If you're a skilled Wood Machinist with solid dry mill experience and you're ready to join a high-performing timber operation, we want to hear from you.
 
Apply now and bring your machining expertise to a team that values quality, safety and production excellence.