14 Tonne Forklift Driver

Principle Objective Reporting to the Shift Supervisor or Shift Team Lead, the 14 Tonne Forklift Driver is responsible for the safe, efficient movement, loading, and storage of timber products and log stock within the log yard and sawmill environment.

The role plays a critical part in ensuring continuous material flow to production, maintaining safety standards, and supporting overall operational efficiency.

Knowledge & Experience

– Proven experience operating heavy forklift trucks (preferably 8T–14T or above)

– Valid forklift licence/certification (or willingness to obtain/renew)

– Strong understanding of safe material handling practices

– Experience in a busy industrial, manufacturing, or outdoor environment

– High level of safety awareness and personal responsibility

– Experience in sawmill, timber, forestry, or similar heavy industry

– Familiarity with handling large, irregular loads (logs/tim...