Woodyard Operator

Holmen, a Swedish company and member of the Holmen Group, is seeking a dedicated and hardworking Woodyard Operator to join their team at the Workington Mill.

• Operate woodyard vehicles to transport logs and chipped material.
• Control computerised systems to manage processes and apply plant isolations/issue permits of work.
• Communicate effectively with team members and management.
• Work safely while adhering to health, safety and environmental risk assessments, procedures, and production standards.
• Offload wagons and maintain a continuous supply of material to chippers.
• Ensure all areas of plant are maintained and run smoothly.
• Operate/monitor plant via control system and react to alarms/plant issues accordingly.
• Maintain the plant in a safe condition through observation and inspection, and report faults using the mill reporting system.
• Prepare/issue/close off permits.
• Prepare/isolate & release plant in a safe condition ready for maintenance activities.
• Complete certified training for all required mandatory tasks within the role.

• A valid driving license.
• GCSE Grade 4 or above in English, Maths and Science/ICT or equivalent qualification/experience.
• Computer literacy skills.
• The ability to work comfortably at heights.

• A competitive salary.
• Fantastic Contributory pension plan.
• Life assurance.
• A range of benefits to support your health and wellbeing.
• Opportunities to develop and grow.
• Full PPE and annual work wear allowance.
• On site Occupational Health.
• On-site staff canteen.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Exclusive staff discounts and deals through Benefit Hub.
• Social Club with regular events throughout the year.
• Family friendly procedures.

Holmen is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment.

We are devoted and committed to developing our teams and ensuring that our staff have the courage, commitment, and responsibility to perform at their best.