Infield Machine Operators

Qube Forestry is a leading presence in 14 ports throughout New Zealand, as well as locations in Australia, including Tasmania. Qube has over 1,000 experienced employees operating across its various sites and handles in excess of 12 million tonnes of cargo annually. Services provided to the forestry sector include marshalling services, stevedoring, haulage, infield chipping and harvesting and other services. Qube’s marshalling services are supported by our industry leading scaling and inventory management software, LMS.

THE ROLE
The position involves operating a John Deere Forwarder or Harvester for in-field operations in small teams that at times can be in locations within the South-east of South Australia and Western Victoria.

As a forwarder operator you will be responsible for the removal of logs from the forest to a designated area in the forest, ready for loading onto log trucks.  As a harvester operator you will be responsible for the harvesting of trees at the prescribed size and length. General maintenance onsite at our operations will be required. The work is infield and can be challenging and work hours can be demanding, so a sign on bonus and generous above award hourly rate of pay is being offered, as well as opportunity for advancement within the company.

Applicants are invited who reside locally or within Western Vic or South-east of South Australia. 

Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant license
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Ability to work autonomously using proactive approach to task resolution
• Ability to work well within a team environment

Key Competencies/Skills

• Sound communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Customer focused and responsive to customer requirements
• Performance and task driven
• Integrity
• Good time management
• Knowledge in COR, Load Restraint and NHVR Requirements
• Positive Health and Safety Culture

Working at Qube

• State of the art well maintained gear
• Sign on bonus
• Benefit from the latest in cab technology and our commitment to safety first
• Job security and excellent career progression opportunities 
• Access to our employee well-being program.
• Committed to promoting workplace diversity
• Committed to providing a safe work environment for our employees
• Supportive team environment

BENEFITS

• Access to Employee Assistance Program, Benestar
• Health fund discount through our corporate health cover program
• Access to WHEREFIT, giving employees exclusive offers at some of the top fitness brands and gyms across the country

This is an exciting opportunity to join a business that is experiencing rapid growth and continued leadership. Apply now!