360 Log Handler

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

– 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

– 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

– 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

– Sawmill Production Teams

– Maintenance and Engineering Teams

– Health, Safety & Environmental Personnel

– Transport and Logistics Operators