SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:
Saw Mill Manager – White River, Mpumalanga - Rneg + Benefits - Potential Profit Share
Our Client is looking for an experienced Mill Manager to lead and optimise a sawmill operation.
Grade 12 / Matric
BTech / National Diploma Wood Technology / BSc Wood Science or equivalent
8–10 years’ experience in a sawmill/manufacturing production environment
Minimum 5 years’ senior management/supervisory experience
Proven Wet Mill & Dry Mill knowledge/experience
Strong knowledge of sawmilling processes, log breakdown, recovery & production optimisation
Strong people-management and leadership skills
Mechanical & electrical knowledge of sawmill machinery
Experience with planned/preventative maintenance
Strong financial, cost-management and analytical skills
Knowledge of OHS Act, SANS/SABS quality standards advantageous
Advanced MS Office skills
Valid Driver’s Licence
🎯 Key Responsibilities:
Lead the complete sawmill operation from log intake to finished product
Drive production, recovery, quality, efficiency and cost targets
Optimise log breakdown and maximise recovery/yield
Manage budgets, cost per m³ and operational performance
Drive preventative maintenance and minimise downtime
Lead, develop and motivate management and operational teams
Ensure OHS, environmental and quality compliance
Drive continuous improvement and plant optimisation
📊 Key KPIs: Recovery | Production Volume | Efficiency | Cost/m³ | Plant Availability | Downtime | Quality | Safety | Labour Productivity | Budget
