Log Scaling Technician

Role Objective 

Responsible for implementing Coillte’s volume/weight (VW) measurement system, managing the daily operation of the Automated Weighbridge System (AWS) at Woodfab Timber Ltd, Aughrim, Co Wicklow and Michael Grace Timber, Baltinglass, Co Wicklow and cover at Murray’s Timber, Ballon, Co. Carlow.

Responsibilities 

• Act as Coillte’s representative in liaison with our Key sawmill customers.

• Measure volume/weight samples and calculate volume weight factors.

• Enter these factors onto the AWS.

• Review CCTV footage to monitor timber loads under Coilltes responsibility that enter the sawmill.

• Review CCTV footage to monitor that all loads under Coilltes responsibility are weighed in accordance with weighing procedures.

• Review CCTV footage to monitor the integrity of the VW samples.

• Verify timber weighing transactions on the AWS to ensure good data integrity.

• Verify VW sampling schedules to ensure accurate sampling intensities.

• Issue key fobs to lorry drivers as requested by Trimble Galway.

• Maintain the AWS hardware in good working order.

• General upkeep of the Coillte and AWS offices

• Help and support lorry drivers and sawmill staff in the use of the AWS.

• Implement Coillte’s Log Quality procedures at sawmill level.

• Implement and monitor Coillte’s Code of Practice for Timber Removals.

• All customer information and data is confidential to that customer and should not be disclosed with any other party.

• Other duties that may be specified on a needs basis.

Behavioural Competencies

• Time Management: Ability to work to deadlines when required and to effectively prioritise between competing demands. Ability to work flexible hours if timber intake dictates.

• Resilience: Ability to work with minimal supervision and to deal with conflict and to address difficult issues

• Problem-Solving: Proactive in identifying issues and addressing them promptly by working on own initiative.

• Discretion: To be able to maintain discretion and confidentiality.

• Collaboration: Excellent interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with staff, customers and stakeholders.

• Communication: Ability to work as part of a team on a number of sites.

• Attention to Detail: Ability to deliver accurate and timely data and information.

• Standard Compliance: Ability to fully adhere to documented procedures.

• Values: To live the Group’s values.

Desired Technical/Professional Competencies 

• ICT: Good ICT skills would be an advantage.

• Timber Measurement Skills : Strong technical skills in Timber Measurement.