EXPERIENCED SELF LEVELLING FELLING MACHINE OPERATOR

We are looking for a highly experienced Self-Levelling Felling Machine Operator to join a busy, well established forestry crew working across the East Coast and Gisborne and East Coast region. This role is suited to a highly skilled operator who has experience in tethered felling & is confident working on steep terrain and understands the demands of modern mechanised harvesting.

 

About the Role:

  • Operating a self-levelling machine in steep slope forestry 
  • Carrying out safe and efficient tree felling in line with harvest plans 
  • Working closely with crew members to maintain production targets 
  • Setting up tether machine & anchoring to it. 
  • Operating in challenging terrain & varying weather conditions 
  • Daily machine checks & basic maintenance

 

What We’re Looking For:

  • Proven experience operating a self-levelling felling machine 
  • Strong understanding of steep slope harvesting & forestry safety standards 
  • Ability to read terrain &make sound operational decisions 
  • Reliable, hardworking, & team-focused 
  • High awareness of health & safety 

 

Contactable references required Requirements: 

  1. Must pass a pre-employment Drug & Alcohol test Relevant forestry tickets/qualifications needed.
  2. Full driver’s license (WTR an advantage) 

 

What We Offer: 

  • Competitive pay rate (based on experience) 
  • Ongoing work with a reputable & well-established company. 
  • Strong focus on safety & modern equipment 

 

If you’re an experienced operator who can perform in steep country and wants to be part of a solid crew, we want to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch with Mathew to discuss further.

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