Sawmill Machine Operator

As our Grapple Saw Operator, you will support colleagues with mechanised tree felling/harvesting works, including use of a grapple saw, in clear fell, thinnings and Duty of Care (DOC) works.

As our Grapple Saw Operator, you will be responsible for:
· Working harvesting machines at a good level of output without unnecessary idling or stoppage time
· Completing all forest operations in line with health, safety and environmental standards (including site management plans and risk assessments)
· To be successful as our Grapple Saw Operator, we would ideally like you to have the following skills/experience:
· Significant experience of large-scale mechanised harvesting operations, including operating a grapple saw, or similar
· Harvester FMOCS qualified/CPCS tracked/wheeled machines
· NPTC in chainsaw use (maintenance, cross cutting and felling up to 380mm)
· Ability to read and interpret maps, including GPS/GIS

As this is a multi-site role, a full, UK driving license is essential. As you will be working outdoors, you must be happy working in all the British weather has to offer.

Competitive basic salary (reviewed annually)
· Company vehicle & fuel card
· Annual bonus (based on company performance)
· Company pension scheme
· Training opportunities and support with personal/professional development
· Employee Assistance Programme – to support mental/physical health and provide legal/financial advice if required
· Access to online GP service for you/your family 24/7
· Rewards & discounts for retail/leisure & more
· Regular social events like our Summer Family Day & The COOMBESmas (Christmas) party
· Length of service awards to celebrate significant milestones
· Opportunities to support COOMBES Social Value objectives (community volunteering/fundraising, etc.)

COOMBES UK are a leading Arboricultural and Forestry Contractor, with over 20 years’ experience and expertise in the Forestry sector. COOMBES play a key role within the Rail industry, providing a whole manner of off-track solutions, and minor civils works, in partnership with Network Rail and other major contractors.
Following recent, significant growth, we currently have some exciting projects underway in woodland management, timber harvesting, rail and civils works across the UK. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion: