Log Yard and Field Operations Officer job at UgaLumber Company Ltd | Apply Now

1. Log Yard Management

• Supervise daily yard operations, including log offloading, sorting, stacking, and general housekeeping.

• Monitor log inventory and maintain accurate yard records.

• Implement safe yard traffic control, signage, and operational procedures.

• Ensure logs are accurately measured (scaled) and recorded upon entry.

2. Field Procurement & Coordination

• Support field teams in sourcing and scheduling sawlog deliveries from contracted growers.

• Coordinate with transport providers to optimize delivery schedules and reduce downtime.

• Inspect logs at point-of-origin to verify quality and compliance with specifications.

3. Inventory Tracking & Documentation

• Maintain detailed records of deliveries, volumes, suppliers, and yard movements.

• Use inventory systems or manual ledgers to track log flow.

• Produce daily and weekly reports on log stock levels and supplier performance.

4. Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Enforce occupational safety standards in yard and field operations.

• Promote a safety-first culture among staff, drivers, and visitors.

• Identify operational risks and escalate safety concerns promptly.

5. Team Coordination

• Supervise and mentor casual yard workers, tally clerks, and equipment operators.

• Support onboarding and training of new log yard and field staff.

• Ensure the team adheres to company SOPs and daily productivity targets