Posted: 11/06/2026
Closing Date: 30/06/2026
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Caboolture
Job Category: Manufacturing Transport & Logistics
AKD is a successful forestry products company, growing and manufacturing sustainable quality timber products. With operations across Queensland, NSW and Victoria we have 1,000 plus strong team members who are passionate about our business!
AKD is proud of our diverse culture that supports empowered individuals, embraces teamwork, and encourages a simple action orientated ‘can do - make it happen’ attitude.
Reporting to the Team Leader, this ‘hands on’ position is critical in ensuring the efficient operation of production plant and equipment within the Logyard and safe operation of our Water Truck/Sweeper. Responsible for meeting output, quality, and safety standards for optimum productivity and recovery.
Day shift 7:00am to 3:00pm Monday to Friday. Commencing hourly rate ~$32/hour with enterprise agreement being negogiated later this year.
Responsibilities
- Operational Excellence:
- Operate machinery and equipment efficiently to support production flow.
- Perform pre-start and shutdown procedures as required.
- Adjust equipment settings to maintain optimal performance and output.
- Quality Control
- Ensure products meet quality specifications by conducting inspections and reporting issues promptly.
- Follow established procedures to identify and resolve product or equipment inconsistencies.
- Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance
- Adhere to all safety policies, procedures, and standards, including, SLAM & Lockout and equipment isolation procedures.
- Participate in hazard identification, safety reporting, and continuous improvement of safety practices.
- Use appropriate PPE and follow environmental compliance requirements
- Housekeeping and Maintenance
- Maintain a clean and organized workspace, completing shift cleaning as required.
- Reports improvements via EWR process and records downtime as per site standards
- Communicate effectively with supervisors and colleagues to address safety, production, or quality concerns.
- Participate and engage in team meetings, changeovers, and problem-solving activities.
- Assist with cross-training and skill development of other operators and across the site as required.
- Individual Development and Growth
- Engage in cross-training to build skills across different work centers.
- Collaborate with supervisors to set personal development goals and track progress.
- Take responsibility for personal learning by participating in relevant training programs.
- Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by sharing ideas and participating in team initiatives.
The successful applicant will:
- Promote a harm free, physiologically safe, care-oriented workplace.
- Deliver production targets with minimal down time.
- Demonstrate consistent compliance to quality and safety standards.
- Adherence to safety both legislative and company policies and procedures and active engagement in hazard reporting.
- Participation in individual development initiatives and continuous improvement efforts
- Competency sign-off on work centers demonstrating proficiency and readiness to operate independently.
Role requirements:
- MR Truck Licence is required for this role
- Participate in job rotation where and when required through-out the site
- Must be prepared to undertake further training in order to improve skills base
- Ability to work autonomously, and as an integral part of a team
- Work permanent Day shift with limited supervision
