Logyard Operator

As the largest integrated forestry business in the UK, and a member of Binderholz - Europe’s leading timber processing operation - BSW Group is a rapidly developing multi-site business, with a turnover in excess of £650m and operations spanning forestry, sawmilling, timber manufacturing and energy.

With 6 sawmills in the UK and one in Latvia, BSW Timber manufacture and supply a wide range of quality sawn products for a variety of industries. As a Group, we’re constantly working together to create a sustainable future for British forests and woodlands.

**Log Yard Operator**:

- **Based In Dalbeattie**:

- **2 Rotating Shift Pattern (40 hrs per week)**:
Based at our Dalbeattie Sawmill, you’ll be responsible for a variety of duties across the Log Yard, working within a team and individually.

**_Specifically, some responsibilities of a Log Yard Operator include: _**
- Movement of logs using 360 material handler and 20T wheeled loader with front log grab.
- Unloading of log wagons.
- Operation of weighbridge: booking in/out sawn goods, logs and coproducts as well as controlling incoming site traffic movements.

**_About you:_**

We are looking for a motivated individual who is production focussed and has the ability to meet deadlines. In addition, you’ll have;
- A high level of organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Have appreciation of quality and Health & Safety.
- Experience using heavy mobile plant would be preferred but is not essential as full training is provided.
- Experience within a manufacturing, or similar production environment, would be advantageous.
- Full driving licence.

**_Benefits: _**

In return, you can look forward to developing a long-term career with one of the industry’s leading employers. As well as the competitive salary, this position includes other benefits such as:

- 31 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays).
- Company sick pay.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Confidential 24/7 wellbeing support.
- Company provided Life Assurance policy.
- Funded learning and career development opportunities.
- Discounted rate on a range of BSW products including Woodfuel Direct.

**Closing Date for Applications: Monday 26th June 2023