Saw Technician (Doctor)

The OneFortyOne Jubilee Sawmill is one of the largest and most modern sawmills in South Australia, employing local people, and supporting our community.

We believe in an inclusive culture that is rich in diverse thinking, ideas, and experience, and are interested in passionate people with transferable skills and experience gained from any industry.

We’re currently looking for a fully qualified Saw Doctor to join the Saw Shop team at Jubilee Sawmill in Mount Gambier, South Australia.

The role:

The Jubilee Saw Shop is home to advanced modern saw technology providing you with the opportunity to advance your saw doctoring career into becoming a saw technician.

As a saw technician, and a valued member of the Saw Shop team, you will be responsible for safely and efficiently undertaking trade duties related to saw maintenance and sharpening for a wide range of timber mill machinery across the Jubilee Sawmill site.

The Saw Shop works a rotating 3 shift roster between day/afternoon/night, 5 x 8-hour shifts per day, Monday – Friday, with overtime as required.

Paid Classification MGST (Saw Technician) with 15% shift loading additional on afternoon shift and 30% loading additional on night shift.

You:

• hold a valid saw doctor trade qualification
• are able to prioritise and act with a sense of urgency to ensure plant uptime targets are achieved
• have well developed problem-solving skills
• are able to work effectively independently or in a team environment
• are keen to continually learn and develop
• have a professional, positive, can-do attitude
• are willing to pass on your knowledge to grow and mentor our apprentices

What’s in it for you?

• Relocation assistance possible for the right candidate
• Training opportunities to upskill into a saw technician
• Opportunity to work with cutting edge technology in an experienced team environment
• Enjoy benefits such as an established wellbeing program and discounted gym memberships

Interested? For more information about the role, contact Jocelyn Patzel, HR Advisor, on 0498 559 074 for a confidential conversation.

To apply: Send a resume and cover letter to careers@onefortyone.com indicating your interest in the Saw Technician position.