Job Description
Operate State-of-the-Art Forestry Machinery
As a forestry machine operator, you will play a crucial role in our harvesting operations across Northern Ireland. You will be responsible for operating cutting-edge, climate-controlled machinery, ensuring safety, professionalism, and development within the team.
With full training provided, no previous experience is necessary to succeed in this role. However, having experience with diggers or heavy machinery would be advantageous.
Key Responsibilities:
* Operate modern forestry machinery in line with operational plans
* Conduct daily machine checks and perform basic maintenance
* Work effectively as part of a harvesting team, including coordination with contractors
* Ensure adherence to all health, safety, and environmental standards
Required Skills and Qualifications
Essential Requirements:
* Genuinely interested in forestry and machinery
* Mechanically minded
* Safety-conscious, dependable, and a good team player
* Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
* Willing and able to travel to different forest sites across Northern Ireland
* Aged 18+ with a full driving licence and access to transport
Benefits
We Offer:
* Fully funded training, including NPTC Level 2 in Forest Machine Operations and Emergency First Aid at Work + Forestry (EFAW+F)
* Hands-on training from experienced operators
* Competitive pay and benefits package
* Company-supplied workwear and PPE
* A friendly and supportive work environment
* Clear pathways for long-term career development within the forestry sector