Assistant Project Manager Marine Logistics

ASSYSTEM; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nuclear engineering firm is seeking an Assistant Project Manager – Marine Logistics in Bristol to manage critical marine logistics operations for a large construction project. You will ensure compliance and efficient delivery of services, working closely with service partners. Successful candidates should have a degree-level qualification and experience in marine port operations. This role offers hybrid working, competitive benefits, and the chance to contribute to a significant nuclear programme.

Benefits

25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

8% Company Pension Contributions

Healthcare Cash Plan

Free Digital Gym Access

Paid Professional Membership Fees

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience required.
• Specialist experience in marine port operations with a strong logistics background.
• Experience working in highly regulated industries, such as nuclear.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day delivery of marine logistics support for construction workforce.
• Provide technical oversight for marine AIL logistics operations.
• Act as client interface with service partners for project cargo.

Skills

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Experience in heavy haulage transport

Ability to perform effectively in a dynamic environment

Specialist experience in marine port operations

Experience working in high-security environments

Education

Degree-level qualification in a relevant subject

Job description

• Full-time
• ASSYSTEM Job: Project Management
• Type of contract ASSYSTEM: Permanent
• ASSYSTEM Sector: Nuclear

Company Description

At Assystem, our mission is to accelerate the energy transition worldwide. Our 8,000 Switchers combine decades of engineering expertise with cutting‑edge digital technologies to deliver some of the world’s most complex energy infrastructure projects. Join us and play a key role in shaping a low‑carbon future.

🤝 Why Join the Community of Switchers?

As one of the top three largest nuclear engineering companies globally, Assystem supports major nuclear new build and infrastructure programmes across the UK and internationally. You’ll join a collaborative, safety‑driven environment where logistics excellence is critical to successful project delivery.

Job Description

🚀 The Job Mission

The Assistant Project Manager – Marine Logistics reports to the Senior Marine Delivery Lead and is responsible for the planning, coordination and delivery of marine Abnormal Indivisible Load (AIL) logistics operations across multiple marine facilities, including Bristol Port (S-Shed, Avonmouth) and Combwich Wharf.

You will support the safe, efficient and compliant delivery of marine logistics services for a large nuclear construction project, ensuring operations meet safety, quality, time and cost requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day‑to‑day delivery of a critical marine logistics support service for a construction workforce of approximately 7,500
• Provide technical oversight for the receipt, transportation, storage and load‑out of marine AILs
• Ensure full compliance with statutory, regulatory and site‑specific controls
• Act as client interface with service partners for the care and maintenance of project cargo exceeding £1bn in value
• Develop and implement marine shared‑services plans aligned to the project schedule
• Maintain effective working relationships with service partners and internal stakeholders
• Monitor competence of contract partner teams and elevate capability shortfalls where required
• Support procurement activities through development of specifications, policies and procedures
• Drive early intervention to resolve service delivery issues using a “one team” approach

Qualifications

• Degree‑level qualification in a relevant subject or equivalent experience
• Specialist experience in marine port operations with a strong logistics background
• Experience in heavy haulage transport and freight forwarding
• Experience working within multidisciplinary teams on large‑scale construction projects
• Experience working in high‑security environments
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to perform effectively in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment
• Behavioural Safety Programme certification
• Experience working under CDM Regulations
• Experience in highly regulated industries, such as nuclear

Additional Information

🌟 Join Assystem and play a vital role in delivering one of Europe’s largest and most complex infrastructure projects. This role offers the opportunity to apply specialist marine logistics expertise while contributing directly to the success of a nationally significant nuclear programme.

• 🏠 Hybrid Working – Flexibility to work from home and the office
• 🏖️ 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• 🔄 Buy & Sell Holiday – Make your time off work for you
• 💰 8% Company Pension Contributions
• 🛡️ Income Protection & 3x Salary Death‑in‑Service Cover
• 🤒 Competitive Sick Pay – Support when you need it
• 🏥 Healthcare Cash Plan – Claim back on dental, optical & more
• 💪 Free Digital Gym Access – Expert‑led fitness classes
• 🎁 Exclusive Discounts – Restaurants, days out & top brands
• 📞 24/7 Employee Support Line – Mental health, financial & legal help
• 🚴 Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money & go green
• 💉 Free Flu Jabs & Eye Test Vouchers
• 🧾 Paid Professional Membership Fees
• ❤️ Volunteer Days – Make a difference on company time

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter.

Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future of energy.