Woodyard Operator

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a hardworking, dedicated plant operator to join our small Woodyard team in the role of Woodyard Operator at Workington Mill. Joining us on a full-time, permanent basis, you will receive a competitive salary and become part of our welcoming team.

Your future challenge:

We are looking for a hardworking, dedicated plant operator to join our small Woodyard team. It is essential that the successful candidate is self-motivated, can operate as part of team, and work well alone when required.

Woodyard Operator (working on a double day rota)

The function of the Woodyard is to provide fuel and fibre to the CHP plant and pulp mill.  Specifically, you will operate woodyard vehicles to transport logs and chipped material, operate computerised systems to control the processes and apply plant isolations/issue permits of work.

Woodyard Operator: Working under the Woodyard Team Leaders instruction, the Operators will:

• Communicate effectively with team members and management
• Work safely whilst adhering to health, safety and environmental risk assessments, procedures, and production standards
• Offload wagons, maintain a continuous supply of material to chippers, carry out duties to ensure all areas of plant are maintained and run smoothly
• Operate/monitor plant via control system and react to alarms/plant issues accordingly
• Maintain the plant in a safe condition through observation and inspection, and report faults using the mill reporting system
• Prepare/issue/close off permits
• Prepare/isolate & release plant in a safe condition ready for maintenance activities
• Complete certified training for all required mandatory tasks within the role

The successful Woodyard operator will possess:

• A valid driving license
• GCSE Grade 4 or above in English, Maths and Science/ICT or equivalent qualification/experience
• Computer literacy skills
• The ability to work comfortably at height

In addition to this, the following competency is also desired:

• Practical experience of operating heavy plant (i.e., articulated log handler/wheeled loading shovel).

What Holmen offers you

At Holmen, we are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and sustainable workplace where our employees can thrive and develop.

We offer:

• A competitive salary
• Fantastic contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Full PPE and annual uniform allowance
• Opportunities for development and career progression
• Occupational health support
• A range of wellbeing benefits and support initiatives
• On-site canteen
• Cycle to work scheme
• Family-friendly policies, including enhanced maternity and menopause support

Holmen is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.

Closing Date: 12th June 2026

If you are looking for an opportunity to challenge yourself, develop new skills and make a positive impact within a pioneering and customer-focused business, we would love to hear from you.

Please click apply now to be considered as our Woodyard Operator!

Please note you must be aged 21 years or over to be able to apply for this position (in line with HSE Workplace Transport Guidance), and any offers will be subject to completing a D4 driver’s medical.