Kenmuir Sawmills, Dalbeattie DG5 4PL
£ Competitive + Company Car + Excellent Benefits
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Lead the Way in Timber Manufacturing
Are you an experienced production or operations leader looking for your next challenge? As Sawmill Manager, you’ll drive efficiency, lead a skilled workforce, and shape the future of one of Scotland’s most advanced sawmills. With ongoing investments in technology, infrastructure, and process optimisation, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact in a high-performance environment.
The Role
As Sawmill Manager, you will lead the operations at our Dalbeattie site, overseeing production, maintenance, and administration while driving continuous improvement and future development. Reporting to the Group Operations Director, you will play a pivotal role in optimising plant performance, ensuring compliance, and delivering operational excellence.
You will be responsible for:
Production & Efficiency: Maximising output, optimising performance, and ensuring all timber products meet customer specifications.
Leadership & People Development : Managing a team of approximately 185 staff, overseeing recruitment, training, and workforce planning.
Compliance & Safety: Upholding legal, environmental, and occupational safety standards across the site.
Strategic Growth: Supporting investment projects and process improvements across our sawmill operations.
Financial & Business Performance: Preparing budgets, forecasts, and ensuring cost-effective asset management.
About You
You’re a results-driven leader with a proven track record in manufacturing and operations management. You thrive in fast-paced environments, making strategic decisions that enhance efficiency and business performance.
You will have:
A degree-level qualification (Level 6) in wood technology, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
Proven experience in a senior management role within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
Strong technical competence and a commercial mindset, including experience in budgeting, investment planning, and data analysis.
Confidence in IT and ERP systems, with excellent organisational and communication skills.
This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of one of Scotland’s key sawmills, working within a fast-paced, forward-thinking business.
What’s in It for You?
Excellent salary and benefits, including a company car, pension plan, and private medical insurance.
Ongoing training and development to set you up for success.
Long-term career prospects within a globally respected, family-owned business.
Why Dalbeattie?
If you’re looking for a role that offers more than just a great career, Dalbeattie provides an exceptional lifestyle. Nestled in Scotland’s scenic southwest, it’s an ideal base for outdoor enthusiasts, with forests, castles, and gardens nearby. It’s also home to one of the 7Stanes Mountain Bike Trails, making it a perfect spot for cyclists, golfers, and fishing enthusiasts.
About Us
BSW Group is the UK’s largest timber and forestry business, with operations spanning the entire supply chain - from tree nurseries and woodland management to sawmilling and manufacturing. Our mission is to drive innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence across the timber industry.
With a commitment to continuous investment and cutting-edge technology, we provide high-quality timber solutions to a wide range of industries. Our people are at the heart of our success, working together to build a more sustainable future.
Why This Role, Why Now?
BSW is growing fast - our turnover has increased from £100 million to £900 million in just over a decade. As part of Binderholz, we’re investing in technology, infrastructure, and efficiency. Now is the perfect time to join and help shape the future of our sawmill operations.
Apply now to join BSW Timber and lead the future of timber manufacturing at Dalbeattie.
We are also recruiting for a Sawmill Manager based in Carlisle. This is a smaller operation in terms of people, production, and size, but still offers an exciting leadership opportunity within BSW Group. If Carlisle is a more suitable location for you, please visit our website to search and view the full job description and apply.