Waipapa Pine is a leading provider of high-quality timber products located in the beautiful Northland area. We have two sawmills, one in Waipapa near Kerikeri in the gorgeous Bay of Islands, and another in Whangarei. We are committed to delivering exceptional products and services to our clients while maintaining the highest environmental standards. And we are proud to be part of the Fletcher Building Group of companies.

This is a great opportunity for a strong leader with a safety and quality bias to learn and grow a career in the timber industry at our Waipapa site. We are looking for an experienced production supervisor to lead our kiln, pallet plant and defilleting operations. The role is tasked with maximising production, while also ensuring that our people are safe, motivated, and fully trained. You will develop strategies to improve processing performance, safety, quality and employee development.

What you will bring:

Great communication and interpersonal skills
Enjoy collaborating with other teams and communicating at all levels of the business
Ideally Level 4 NZQA in Solid Wood Manufacturing
Completed a supervisory or leadership management course with at least 2 years supervisory experience
Ideally Enchem Level 3 Boiler Operator qualifications
Current Forklift licence
At least four years’ experience working in the timber industry or similar
Ideally experience with the operation of kilns
Process and quality improvement focus

What we offer:
We understand that our people are our greatest asset, therefore, being part of the Fletcher Building Group, you will have access to these awesome benefits:

Attractive remuneration
Relocation assistance
Dynamic and inclusive work environment with opportunities for growth and advancement.
Discounts, lots of them; Across a range of businesses and products
An incredible Employee Education Fund, funding anything from a Diploma to a Master’s Degree
Employee Welfare Fund to help in times of need
Ability to join the Fletcher Building share scheme
An industry-leading parental leave scheme
Ability to participate in FB wide groups that focus on diversity, sustainability and many other key initiatives

At Waipapa Pine, we offer more than just a job; we provide a supportive and inclusive work environment where employees are valued and empowered to make a difference. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside industry experts, contribute to meaningful projects, and advance your career in a thriving organization committed to excellence and sustainability. If you are passionate about people and are eager to join a dynamic team in the timber industry, we'd love to hear from you. Join us at Waipapa Pine and be a part of a successful team that’s shaping the future of timber manufacturing!

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to create an inclusive environment for all our employees. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply to any of our vacant positions. Talk to us about our flexible working arrangements and career pathways.

Dry Process Supervisor

Waipapa Pine

Dry Process Supervisor

Waipapa Pine

Waipapa

Waipapa Pine

Dry Process Supervisor

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