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Principle Objective Reporting to the Log Yard Supervisor or Shift Team Lead, the 360° Log Handler Driver is responsible for the safe, efficient handling and management of log stock within the log yard. The role ensures a continuous and reliable flow of timber into the sawmill production process, primarily through the operation of heavy machinery, while maintaining the highest health, safety, environmental, and operational standards. Knowledge & Experience – Proven experience operating heavy machinery (e.g., log handler, excavator, loading shovel, or similar) – Strong awareness of safe operating procedures and industrial work environments – Experience working in a fast-paced operational or industrial setting – Reliable, safety-conscious, and responsible approach to machine operation – Experience in a sawmill, forestry, quarry, construction, or heavy industrial environment – Forklift, tractor, or similar plant operation certification – Familiarity with log grading, stacking, and yard management practices – Mechanical awareness or basic maintenance experience Key Responsibilities – Operate a 360° log handler to unload, stack, sort, and feed logs safely into processing lines – Spend the majority of working time operating machinery within the cab – Maintain a consistent supply of timber to support continuous production flow – Carry out daily pre-start checks and basic maintenance inspections on machinery – Identify, report, and escalate any mechanical faults or safety concerns – Work in close collaboration with the log yard and production teams – Adhere strictly to all health, safety, and environmental procedures – Maintain high standards of housekeeping across the log yard – Support loading/unloading of trucks where required – Participate in toolbox talks, safety briefings, and training sessions – Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in log yard efficiency Essential Competencies – Safety Awareness – Demonstrates commitment to safe working practices – Teamwork – Works effectively and cooperatively with others – Reliability & Work Ethic – Consistent attendance and dependable performance – Attention to Detail – Maintains quality standards in all tasks – Adaptability – Flexible and willing to support different tasks/areas – Communication – Listens, understands, and follows instructions clearly Key Performance Measures – Compliance with health and safety standards (zero harm objective) – Continuous machine uptime and operational efficiency – Effectiveness in maintaining production feed rates – Quality of log handling (minimising waste or damage) – Housekeeping and yard organisation standards – Attendance, punctuality, and contribution to team performance – Participation in training and certification requirements Key Relationships – Sawmill Production Teams – Maintenance and Engineering Teams – Health, Safety & Environmental Personnel – Transport and Logistics Operators