At a Glance
- Tasks: Load, unload, and organise timber while supporting our mill operations.
- Company: Join Sydney Wood Industries, a family-oriented and expanding company.
- Benefits: Immediate start, competitive pay, and a modern facility.
- Other info: Enjoy a hands-on role with a team that values hard work and reliability.
- Why this job: Be part of a new operation and grow your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: MR and forklift licenses required; experience in timber yard is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 19.8 - 24.2 $ per hour.
Are you a hardworking individual who loves staying active and being part of a team? Sydney Wood Industries is expanding, and we need a reliable Yard Hand with MR and forklift license to join our brand-new facility in Thornton. This is a fantastic opportunity to get in on the ground floor of a new operation. We value people who show up, work hard, and take pride in keeping a yard running smoothly. If you're looking for a long-term home with a reputable company, this is it.
About the Role
As a Yard Hand, you are essential to the daily flow of our business. You’ll be supporting both our trade customers and our mill operations, ensuring orders are accurate and the yard is safe and organized. Your daily tasks will include:
- Loading & Unloading: Using a forklift to safely handle raw timber and finished products from trucks and delivery vehicles.
- Order Picking: Accurately selecting and preparing timber orders for our trade and retail customers.
- Mill Support: Assisting our Machinists by moving materials and keeping production areas clear.
- Inventory Care: Helping to organize stock and maintain a clean, professional yard environment.
- Safety First: Following all WHS protocols and ensuring you and your teammates stay safe on the job.
About You
- You're the kind of person who shows initiative and works autonomously. You see a job that needs doing and you jump in.
- Physically Fit: This is a hands-on role that involves heavy lifting and being on your feet.
- Reliable: You're someone we can count on to be there and ready to work every day.
- Team Player: You enjoy working with others and have a positive, helpful attitude.
- Experience: Previous experience in a timber yard, hardware store, or warehouse is a major plus.
- Licensed: A current and valid Forklift (LF) License or Medium Rigid (MR) License is a MUST.
Why Join Us?
At Sydney Wood Industries, we treat our people like family. We offer an IMMEDIATE START, competitive pay, and the chance to work in a brand-new, modern facility. We believe in rewarding hard work and providing a stable environment where you can grow.
MR Driver/Yard Hand employer: Johnson Bros Group
Join the Johnson Bros Group, a family-owned business with a strong reputation in the timber industry, where you will be part of a dynamic and young-minded team at our brand new Thornton site. We offer a supportive work culture that values teamwork and professional growth, alongside competitive benefits such as early finishes on Fridays and opportunities for mentorship within a thriving environment. As we continue to expand, you'll have the chance to play a key role in our award-winning team, contributing to meaningful projects while advancing your career in a well-established company.
