Core Operations

Our Business Units

SAFCOL's operations span Forestry, Processing, Lumber, Round Logs, Timber-frame Structures and a dedicated Training Centre — delivering FSC®-certified timber products and skills development across South Africa and Mozambique.

Kiln-Dried Pine

FSC®-certified softwood pine logs processed into kiln-dried, high-quality graded lumber products.

Construction & Commercial

Timber products suited to construction and commercial projects of all scales.

Processing & Lumber

FSC®-Certified Lumber

FSC®-certified softwood pine logs are processed at SAFCOL's sawmilling operations into kiln-dried, high-quality graded lumber — providing timber products for construction and commercial projects.

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    Construction Lumber

    Structural timber for residential, commercial and industrial builds.

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    Kiln-Dried & Graded

    Consistent moisture content and grading for reliable performance.

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    Responsibly Sourced

    Logs sourced from FSC®-certified SAFCOL plantations.

Sales Enquiries

Elsina Mahlase — 083 809 1339 — Elsina@safcol.co.za

Hendry Seteria — 083 630 1651 — Hendry@safcol.co.za

Round Logs

Pine, Eucalyptus & Wattle

SAFCOL supplies round logs across three species — available at Roadside, Standing, or at Stump. Awards are made through an annual bidding process that covers twelve-month volume periods.

Softwood (Pine)
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  • Sawlogs
  • Pruned Logs

Pricelist Auction (Base price)

Hardwood (Eucalyptus)
  • Pulp Fibre
  • Mining Timber
  • Tree Lengths / Poles
  • Sawlogs
  • Prime Logs

Price Quotation System

Wattle
  • Tree Lengths
  • Pulp

Price Quotation System

Round Log Sales Contacts

Elsina Mahlase — 083 809 1339 — Elsina@safcol.co.za

Hendry Seteria — 083 630 1651 — Hendry@safcol.co.za

Complete Value Chain

Forestry, Structures & Training

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Forestry

Management and protection of the growing stock to sustainably provide logs to the industry and to SAFCOL's internal processing mills.

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Timber-frame Structures

Timber-frame construction is one of the oldest known building methods, harnessing the sturdy and resilient qualities of timber and the relative ease of construction.

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Platorand Training Centre

Accredited by the Fibre Processing and Manufacturing SETA. SAFCOL's training centre supports Government skills development initiatives and the implementation of the company's corporate strategy.

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Learning & Development

Platorand Training Centre

Located in Sabie, Mpumalanga. Accredited by the Fibre Processing and Manufacturing SETA.

Learning and development is a strategic priority for SAFCOL. Our interventions support Government skills development initiatives and the implementation of SAFCOL's Corporate Strategy, equipping employees for their roles and developing them for future opportunities.

Training of communities living adjacent to our operations and of land claimants contributes to alleviating poverty and unemployment. A special focus is placed on Black women and youth from previously disadvantaged communities, as well as people living with disabilities.

Platorand Training Centre
Six Programmes

Learning and Development Offerings

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Learnerships

10 - 12 months

Theory plus practical training, leading to a full FP&M SETA qualification. Offered in Forestry (Silviculture and Harvesting), Processing and Furniture Making.

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Apprenticeships

24 - 30 months

Millwright, Diesel Mechanic, Electrician, Fitter and Boilermaker trades. Practical training at SAFCOL's Timbadola Sawmill in Levubu, Limpopo.

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Internships

12 months

Workplace experience for graduates with completed Diplomas or Degrees. Each intern is assigned a mentor and a Work Plan covering their tenure.

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Bursaries

Tertiary Studies

Awarded for studies at accredited Institutions of Higher Learning. External bursaries cover registration, tuition, textbooks, accommodation and meals.

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Management & Leadership Development

Career Growth

Targeted development of managerial and leadership capability across the Company, aligned with employees' Personal Development Plans.

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Short Skills Programmes

1 - 5 days

Forestry, Processing, Fire Fighting, Health & Safety, Environmental Awareness and Machine Operation. Also offered to community learners at venues near SAFCOL operations.

Partner with SAFCOL

From standing timber to kiln-dried lumber — SAFCOL's annual sustainable volume of approximately 1,400,000 m³ supports industry, construction and community livelihoods across Southern Africa.