Logistics Foreman

Al Ashram Contracting; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Ashram Contracting in Dubai seeks a Logistics Foreman to coordinate movement, storage, and delivery of materials across construction sites. You will supervise logistics staff, liaise with site teams and suppliers, and ensure accurate inventory and delivery records.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong organizational skills, and fluency in English; Arabic is a plus. You will ensure safety procedures and UAE material-handling regulations are followed, while minimizing delays and waste

Qualifications

• Experience in construction logistics or a similar supervisory role.
• Practical knowledge of construction materials, site storage, delivery coordination, and inventory control.
• Previous experience supervising logistics or warehouse teams and coordinating with subcontractors, suppliers, and site personnel.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced site environment.
• Fluent in English; Arabic or other languages commonly used on UAE construction sites is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate the receipt, storage, handling, and distribution of materials and equipment at construction sites.
• Supervise logistics personnel, assign daily tasks, and monitor work quality and productivity.
• Coordinate delivery schedules with suppliers, transport providers, procurement teams, and site managers.
• Check incoming materials against purchase orders and delivery documentation; report shortages, damage, or discrepancies.
• Maintain organized, secure storage areas and accurate stock, movement, and delivery records.
• Ensure materials and equipment are available when required, while minimizing delays, waste, and unnecessary handling.
• Monitor the condition and availability of vehicles, lifting equipment, and other logistics resources; arrange servicing or repairs as needed.
• Apply site safety procedures and UAE requirements for material handling, traffic management, loading, and unloading.
• Conduct routine inspections and inventory checks, and promptly upscale logistical issues to project management.
• Coordinate with construction teams to respond to changing site priorities and delivery requirements.

Skills

Construction logistics

Supervisory experience

Inventory control

Coordination with suppliers

Site safety knowledge

Fluent English

Education

Logistics or supply-chain qualification

Tools

Inventory systems

Job description

The Logistics Foreman coordinates the movement, storage, and delivery of materials, equipment, and supplies across construction sites in Dubai. This hands-on role helps keep work progressing safely and on schedule by supervising logistics staff, coordinating with site teams and suppliers, and maintaining accurate inventory and delivery records.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate the receipt, storage, handling, and distribution of materials and equipment at construction sites.
• Supervise logistics personnel, assign daily tasks, and monitor work quality and productivity.
• Coordinate delivery schedules with suppliers, transport providers, procurement teams, and site managers.
• Check incoming materials against purchase orders and delivery documentation; report shortages, damage, or discrepancies.
• Maintain organized, secure storage areas and accurate stock, movement, and delivery records.
• Ensure materials and equipment are available when required, while minimizing delays, waste, and unnecessary handling.
• Monitor the condition and availability of vehicles, lifting equipment, and other logistics resources; arrange servicing or repairs as needed.
• Apply site safety procedures and UAE requirements for material handling, traffic management, loading, and unloading.
• Conduct routine inspections and inventory checks, and promptly upscale logistical issues to project management.
• Coordinate with construction teams to respond to changing site priorities and delivery requirements.

Experience and Requirements

• Experience in construction logistics, materials coordination, or a similar supervisory role; experience in the UAE or Gulf region is an advantage.
• Practical knowledge of construction materials, site storage, delivery coordination, and inventory control.
• Previous experience supervising logistics or warehouse teams and coordinating with subcontractors, suppliers, and site personnel.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced site environment.
• Comfortable maintaining inventory records and using spreadsheets or basic inventory-management systems.
• Good understanding of construction-site health and safety practices and safe material-handling procedures.
• Able to identify problems quickly and take a practical, solutions-focused approach.
• Physically capable of working in an active construction-site environment and conducting site inspections.
• Fluent in English; Arabic or other languages commonly used on UAE construction sites is an advantage.
• Relevant vocational training, a logistics or supply-chain qualification, or a valid UAE driving licence is an advantage.