Mpumalanga, South Africa
Lomati Mill
WORKFORCE
WORKFORCE
Highly skilled and motivated employees
ENVIRONMENT
ENVIRONMENT
Certified
PRODUCTION
PRODUCTION
Structural and industrial lumber per annum
Lomati Sawmill produces SABS approved, kiln-dried pine lumber from sawlogs supplied by Sappi Forests. The mill has the capacity to produce 86,000 m³ per annum of structural lumber for, amongst others, the building, furniture and packaging industries.
Lomati Opportunities
We work hard to attract, retain and develop people who are committed to delivering excellent work and being the best they can possibly be.
If you’re up for the challenge, we’ll back you with training, career development, and great benefits to help you succeed.
There are currently no job opportunities available at this time.
Meet our people
Get to know some of our highly-engaged employees across at the Lomati Mill
Being selected for the LeadX programme at Lomati Sawmill has been a transformative journey, equipping me with invaluable skills, empowering leadership, and the tools to drive my team's excellence within a progressive and nurturing environment.
Sinazo Kaba, Primary Production Superintendent, Lomati Mill
My self-development journey is supported by the Ngodwana Training Centre and the RPL programme and is empowering me to achieve my dream of becoming a millwright by 2025 and achieving a dual qualification.
Denis Zindela, Electrician Lomati Mill
I am deeply honoured to be named Safety Champion of the Year for Sappi Southern Africa, a recognition of my commitment and my team's collective efforts towards a safer workplace.
Hayley Dreyer, Risk Officer, Lomati Mill
About Lomati Mill
Since opening in 1971 the mill has undergone several expansions which include modernisation of the wet mill equipment with a 120% increase in capacity and modernisation of their kilns and finger joint plant to match the improved capacity.
Lomati Sawmill’s structural lumber for the building industry complies with South African national standards and carries the South African Bureau of Standard (SABS) mark of approval.
As part of the mill’s sustainability journey, great care is taken to minimise the use of natural resources and the improvement of energy efficiency.
More about the Lomati Mill
The Mill primarily produces structural lumber for the construction industry. Sizes range from 38x38 Brandering up to 50x152 boards. Both SABS and black cross lumber is produced.
Industrial lumber in sizes 16mm and 25mm is also available upon request.
We are a forward-thinking, ambitious, and constantly evolving company and at Lomati Mill we take pride in fostering a close-knit community where safety and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do. Dynamic individuals who thrive on the opportunities and challenges of our industry will thrive in this environment. If you're motivated and driven, we're here to fuel your growth with comprehensive training, a culture of mutual support, and a variety of benefits to advance both your career and personal development.
Operating exclusively with timber grown on responsibly managed plantations, the Lomati Mill’s commitment to sustainability extends to maintaining a carbon-negative footprint, as timber acts as a resource that locks in carbon and helps reduce greenhouse gases indirectly. We utilise biofuel to fire our kilns in the drying process, eliminating the need for coal, and we repurpose bark waste into energy through Ngodwana Energy. As one of the largest employers in the Barberton region, Lomati Mill supports the local community by supplying timber offcuts as alternative heating sources. These offcuts are provided to schools, where they are used to prepare meals for feeding schemes, and are also made available at designated community access points as firewood. Through these initiatives and other meaningful partnerships, Lomati Mill addresses vital community needs, such as early childhood development, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and social responsibility.
Caring for the environment
As part of the mill’s sustainability journey, great care is taken to minimise the use of natural resources and the improvement of energy efficiency.
Certifications for Lomati Mill
Our certifications ensure that our performance is monitored and that our operations comply with global best practice across a range of environmental, safety and quality topics.
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