Saw Operator – Sawmill Posted on October 2, 2025 by M&G HIGGINS LUMBER LTD.

Job details:

Location: Debert, NS, B0M 1G0

Work location: On site

Salary: 20.00 hourly / 30 to 40 hours per week

Terms of employment: Permanent employment, Full time

Day

Starts as soon as possible

vacancies: 2 vacancies

Overview:

Languages:
English

Education:
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience:
Will train

On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment:
Noisy

Work setting:
Sawmill

Responsibilities:

Tasks:
Examine logs and rough lumber to decide best lumber cuts
Start conveyor system to move logs and lumber to and from saws
Monitor logs and lumber movement to ensure cuts are made according to specifications
Set up and adjust saw equipment
Replace blades or bands
Clean and lubricate sawmill equipment

Additional information:

Work conditions and physical capabilities:
Repetitive tasks
Handling heavy loads
Attention to detail
Standing for extended periods

Weight handling:
Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Personal suitability:
Team player

Employment groups: 
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees

Support for youths

• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

a Canadian citizen
a permanent resident of Canada
a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit
Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

How to apply:

Direct Apply:
By Direct Apply

By email:
[email protected]