Holmen Board and Paper is a Swedish company and a member of the Holmen Group. The Workington Mill produces premium paperboard under the brand Incada. Our paperboard is an integral part of the shopping experience for our clients’ customers. Since 2013 we have powered the mill almost entirely by fossil fuel free energy. We value our employees and products highly. Today we are approximately 340 co-workers. Our integrated pulp and paperboard mill is located to the west of the beautiful Lake District in the north of England.
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.
Apply today
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 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.
To apply, please click the “Apply for this position” link at the end of the advert and upload your CV by 12th June 2026.
Permanent employment
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Full time
Neil Hargrave
CHP & Woodyard Manager
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Last modified
29 May, 2026
We let the forest grow and give
Holmen’s operations are powered by the forest. The growing trees, the water rushing down the mighty rivers and the wind blowing through the treetops. This is the heart of Holmen, a business built around the forest ecocycle and the renewable products we can create from it. Our business areas are Forest, Renewable Energy, Wood Products, Paperboard and Paper. With a workforce of 3 500 people, we create a sustainable future and value for shareholders, customers and society with courage, commitment and responsibility.
Premium paperboard and innovative paper products from fresh fibre Holmen produces premium paperboard and innovative paper products for everything from cosmetics, electronics, pharmaceuticals and food to books, magazines, advertising and transport packaging. Our products are appreciated by conscious customers due to their exceptional properties and low climate footprint. We use fresh fibre from sustainably managed and certified forests. Our production and processing facilities are located in Braviken, Hallstavik, Iggesund and Strömsbruk in Sweden and Workington in the UK.
