Sawmill Timber Production Coordinator

If you’ve worked as a Timber Production Team member, know every job they do and are ready for the challenges of a leadership role, you’re ready to be a timber production coordinator.

You’ll lead your team and be responsible for producing your quota of the day’s output and also make a difference because you’ll be producing one of the world’s most environmentally friendly building materials – sustainably sourced timber.

As you gain skills you could advance to a Timber Production Manager.

Role:

As a timber production coordinator you could do a wide range of tasks including:

Managing people
Problem solving
Training your team
Timber grading and selection

Responsibilities:

The job responsibilities vary according to the role, however working safely and following appropriate OH&S practices is essential.

Ideal attributes:

You’ll enjoy leadership in a team environment, be a good communicator, be interested in the timber you are producing and understand the value of the product you are handling.

You won’t mind shift work and will always put your safety and that of your workmates first.

Qualifications:

You will have experience in working in a mill environment and have Certificate IV or higher qualifications.

Employers in the forest and wood products industry are very supportive of ongoing training and skills development.

Employers:

Employers include:

Hardwood and softwood sawmills and processors

Michael Moulden - Leading Hand

Position:

Leading Hand

Company:

Carter Holt Harvey

Qualifications:

Certificate in Forestry and Forest Products.

Age:

How would your describe your responsibilities?
A leading hand structures the shift on a day to day basis. I do that by organising and coaching my team members so they can do their job safely with a focus on quality and production.

What training have you been involved in?

Through on site training I’ve received a certificate in forestry and forest products, which took 12 months to complete. Carter Holt Harvey continually provides the opportunity for further training, so I’ve recently completed a team leadership course as well.

How did you arrive at the role that you are in today?

I arrived at Carter Holt Harvey starting on the floor in the production area, and from there worked my way up through several different roles on many rotations. The chance to apply for the leading hand position arose, and I grabbed it with both hands.

Where do you see yourself in five years?

Ultimately I want to progress into more senior management positions and I am already making some transitional steps that will aid that process, such as becoming involved in training for front line management.

Do you live close to work?

I live in Port McDonald, which my family and I chose because of the surf, the water and the fishing. We love that the kids can have an active and enjoyable lifestyle like the one we experienced growing up.
Traditionally in the countryside, not much has changed which allows my family and I to enjoy a relaxed and enjoyable lifestyle. Moreover I have a great balance of living on the coast and only having to travel 30 minutes to work, which is perfect.

Would you recommend working in the industry to others?

I would recommend my job to anybody who is looking for a challenge, direction and a sense of satisfaction and achievement. It’s clear that what we do is making a difference and helping to achieve a sustainable, renewable environment.

^{Please note: We spoke to Michael about his career and what he does day to day. We hope you find this useful and interesting – but please remember, that all jobs are not exactly the same and other roles with the same title may be different in many respects. You should confirm all the details of a particular job with the organisation offering it.}

“I love the water and to fish, and I love it that the kids can have access to activities and a lifestyle.”

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