Summary
Date Posted: Friday, July 28 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
About Busoga Forestry Company: Busoga Forestry Company (‘BFC’) is a subsidiary of Green Resources AS (‘GRAS’), East Africa's largest forest development and wood processing company with 38,000 ha of planted forest across Mozambique, Tanzania and Uganda.

BFC is an integrated forestry and processing company in Jinja, Uganda. We manage the Kasali Sawmill facility, a pole treatment plant and 8,000 ha of pine and eucalyptus.

Job Description: BFC is seeking an experienced and qualified Sawmill Manager to oversee the daily operations of the Kasali Sawmill facility. The successful candidate will have a strong focus on health and safety practices and effective profit and loss management. This role requires strong leadership skills, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a keen understanding of the sawmill industry.

The Sawmill Manager must ensure a safe working environment for employees, optimize operational efficiency, and drive profitability.

Location: Jinja, Uganda

Responsibilities:
• Operations Management: o Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely production.
• Coordinate with Harvesting Operations to ensure a consistent supply of raw materials.
• Optimize production processes to improve efficiency, quality, and throughput.
• Implement and maintain effective inventory management systems.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and quality control measures.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Be part of the Project Expansion Team driving the Sawmill Upgrade that is scheduled for the coming year(s)
• Profit and Loss Management of the Sawmilling Business Unit:
• Develop and execute strategic plans to maximize profitability and achieve financial targets.
• Analyze production costs, identify areas for improvement, and implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Monitor key financial metrics, such as revenue, expenses, and profitability ratios.
• Develop and manage budgets, ensuring appropriate allocation of resources.
• Conduct regular financial analysis to identify trends and opportunities for growth.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize operational efficiency and
• Health and Safety Management:
• Implement comprehensive health and safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to workplace safety.
• Conduct regular safety audits and inspections to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
• Provide training and education to employees on safety protocols and best practices.
• Investigate and report any workplace incidents, accidents, or near-misses promptly.
• Continuously monitor and evaluate safety performance, making necessary adjustments as needed.



Education Requirement: No Requirements

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months:

Level of Education:

Job application procedure
What we offer: We offer a competitive salary package in line with your skills and expertise. You will be part of the team that is driving the performance of Uganda’s largest sawmill with an ambitious expansion plan for the coming three years

Contact: charlotte.karungi@greenresources.no (with reference Sawmill Manager BFC 2023)

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