Logistics Manager - Hamina - 145500

Jones Engineering; Hamina; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Work-life balance

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Jones Engineering in Hamina, Finland, is seeking a Logistics Manager (Onsite) to coordinate site movements, plan routes, and manage sub‑contractors on a large construction project. The role requires strong organisation, excellent communication, and solid knowledge of the construction logistics landscape.

You will create movement plans, control material flows, liaise with suppliers, and ensure safety and KPI reporting.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to work with limited supervision on complex logistics tasks.
• Proven track record in construction logistics or site coordination.

Responsibilities

• Plan site set-up to move labour, plant, and materials around site efficiently.
• Plan internal and external logistics routes through the project phases focusing on separation of vehicles, machinery and people.
• Pre-plan the usage of key assets such as hoists to ensure planned assets meet the needs of the program.
• Manage installation of site accommodation and manage these facilities.
• Create operational procedures and method statements.
• Create a schedule of logistics meetings and ensure logistics is represented at site meetings.
• Describe the characteristics of the site, including site access /egress, storage capacity and arrangement by programme, labour, hoists, cranes etc.
• Use the description to produce daily, weekly and long-term movements plans.
• Control materials in and out of site.
• Plan and integrate with key contractors to meet the needs of the planned programme and de-confliction of onsite space and time where appropriate.
• Assist in the evaluation of potential logistic suppliers and appropriate delivery management booking systems.
• Be capable of managing sub-contractors to deliver their package of goods or services.
• Variation control and early communication of foreseeable change.
• Record keeping and KPI production.
• Responsible for ensuring that material movement to and from the workface does not cause damage to the works, the workforce, or the public.
• Complete safety inspections to company and client standards
• Review & produce method statements, risk assessments ensure lifting plans are produced.
• Provide logistics instruction to all project suppliers.
• Manage all movements to and from site and keeping associated records.
• Plan to and maximise load capacity on all vehicles arriving at site were possible, ensure suppliers use appropriate vehicles for delivery.
• Ensure that drivers and vehicles meet the required standards before being accepted to site.
• Manage suppliers: scaffolding, welfare and office accommodation.

Skills

Excellent communication

Highly organised

Fluent English

Construction knowledge

Leadership

Independent work

Problem solving

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

Company Description

We are a leading engineering services company with a proven track record of high quality, customer focused project delivery for over 130 years. Our core divisions include Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Sprinkler and Fire Protection. Some of the other services we provide include Waste to Energy (BioEnergy), Specialist Lift, Off Site Fabrication, Technical Support Services, Maintenance, Asset Management, BIM (Building Information Modelling) and Geo-Surveying. We offer competitive salaries, financial support for further training, Continuous Professional Development (CPD) leading to chartered status, performance incentives and the ability to progress your career with a world class engineering contractor.

Position: Logistics Manager (Onsite)

Location: Hamina, Finland

Company Description

We are a leading engineering services company with a proven track record of high quality, customer focused project delivery for over 130 years. Our core divisions include Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Sprinkler and Fire Protection. Some of the other services we provide include Waste to Energy (BioEnergy), Specialist Lift, Off Site Fabrication, Technical Support Services, Maintenance, Asset Management, BIM (Building Information Modelling) and Geo-Surveying. We offer competitive salaries, financial support for further training, Continuous Professional Development (CPD) leading to chartered status, performance incentives and the ability to progress your career with a world class engineering contractor.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Plan site set-up to move labour, plant, and materials around site efficiently.
• Plan internal and external logistics routes through the project phases focusing on separation of vehicles, machinery and people. Lay down areas and offloading points.
• Pre-plan the usage of key assets such as hoists to ensure planned assets meet the needs of the program.
• Manage installation of site accommodation and manage these facilities.
• Create operational procedures and method statements.
• Create a schedule of logistics meetings and ensure logistics is represented at site meetings.
• Describe the characteristics of the site, including site access /egress, storage capacity and arrangement by programme, labour, hoists, cranes etc.
• Use the description to produce daily, weekly and long-term movements plans.
• Control materials in and out of site.
• Plan and integrate with key contractors to meet the needs of the planned programme and de-confliction of onsite space and time where appropriate.
• Assist in the evaluation of potential logistic suppliers and appropriate delivery management booking systems.
• Be capable of managing sub-contractors to deliver their package of goods or services.
• Variation control and early communication of foreseeable change.
• Record keeping and key performance indicator (KPI) production.
• Responsible for ensuring that material movement to and from the workface does not cause damage to the works, the workforce, or the public.
• Complete safety inspections to company and client standards
• Review & produce method statements, risk assessments ensure lifting plans are produced.
• Provide logistics instruction to all project suppliers.
• Manage all movements to and from site and keeping associated records.
• Plan to and maximise load capacity on all vehicles arriving at site were possible, ensure suppliers use appropriate vehicles for delivery.
• Ensure that drivers and vehicles meet the required standards before being accepted to site.
• Manage suppliers: scaffolding, welfare and office accommodation.

Skills And Requirements

• Excellent communication skills that build empathy and support, engage with individuals at all levels, influence, promote.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail essential.
• Knowledge of the construction industry is essential.
• Proven working experience as a Logistics Manager/Coordinator on Construction sites.
• Record of successful distribution and logistics management.
• Demonstrable ability to lead and manage staff.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently
• A proven track record of delivery within a construction management or logistics function (over the past 5 years).
• Fluent English essential.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software, especially Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Lifting Supervisor Certification desirable.
• Fire Marshall Certification desirable.
• Slinger/Signaller Certification desirable.

Benefits

• We offer a competitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• In addition, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, collaborating with industry leaders and contributing to a sustainable future.
• Our Company values work-life balance and encourages professional growth through training and development programs.

We are an equal opportunities employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply for roles.

Please note, we are currently not accepting applications from agencies, for this role at this time.