Hard Skills
EntryManual Material HandlingThe physical ability to lift, move, and stack timber, logs, and finished wood products safely and efficiently.
IntermediateMachinery OperationOperating basic sawmill equipment such as conveyors, debarkers, and chippers to process wood materials.
FoundationalOccupational Health and Safety (OHS) ComplianceStrict adherence to safety protocols, including use of PPE and understanding lockout/tagout procedures in a hazardous industrial environment.
IntermediateVisual Quality InspectionIdentifying and sorting wood based on defects, size, and grade to ensure only quality materials proceed to the next stage.
EntryIndustrial HousekeepingSystematic cleaning of work areas to remove sawdust and wood debris, which are significant fire and tripping hazards.