Logistics Manager

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading construction company as a Logistics Manager, overseeing the logistics for a state-of-the-art battery manufacturing facility. This role involves managing the movement of goods, coordinating contractors, and ensuring safety and efficiency during both pre-construction and construction phases. With a commitment to sustainability and a focus on performance improvement, you will play a key role in delivering iconic projects that shape Britain's future.

Benefits

Flexible benefits

Performance-related progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven track record of delivery in logistics or construction management.
• Experience managing multi-crane sites.
• Commitment to sustainable logistics procurement.

Responsibilities

• Manage movement of goods and equipment on site.
• Coordinate trade contractors and logistics activities.
• Ensure timely delivery of components in line with the construction programme.

Skills

Logistics Management

Construction Management

Team Management

Process Improvement

Sustainability

Education

Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS)

Job description

Sir Robert McAlpine has secured a prestigious contract to construct a state-of-the-art Battery Manufacturing Facility. The initial phase of the project includes the design and construction of a new 15GWh lithium-ion battery facility, ancillary buildings, and site-wide external works.

We are looking for an experienced Logistics Manager with experience working with high value logistics packages.

Why join us?

Across the country, you'll find iconic landmarks built by Sir Robert McAlpine. Cornwall's Eden Project, Birmingham's Bull Ring and London's Emirates Stadium.

By joining us now, you can play your part in delivering the next generation of outstanding projects that will continue our 151-year legacy. Our family-owned business is where to achieve more from your career by proudly building Britain's future heritage with us.

The Logistics Manager role:

The logistics manager will be required to manage the movement of people, goods and equipment throughout the site in order to ensure organisational effectiveness, efficiency and safety in both the pre-construction and construction phases of the project.

• Assist the Project Team in the coordination of associated trade contractors, which include all logistics and works activities ensuring that consideration is given to the neighbouring / local community
• Attend daily "Black Hat" briefings for the coordination of Trade Contractors and Sub-contractors
• Create a schedule of logistics meetings and ensure logistics are represented at site meetings
• Ensure components / equipment are delivered to site in line with the construction programme taking into account any changes on site i.e. design changes or delays
• Specifying and managing plant and equipment
• Maintain an asset register of equipment Mewps and lifting equipment.

Your profile:

• A proven track record of delivery within a construction management or logistics function that has led to performance improvement e.g. cost reduction, process/service enhancements, innovation
• Extensive experience of multi crane site and working within a tight footprint
• Experience of managing a team of operatives and lifting specialists
• Personal commitment to promoting a sustainable approach to logistic procurement and supply chain development
• Experience of managing clean-up notices and crews
• Capacity to deal with complex logistics issues, and to implement logistics and supply chain vision, strategy and priorities
• Site Management Safety Training Scheme SMSTS

Rewards

We're ready to invest in you and your future, and offer wide-ranging, performance-related progression opportunities. Our competitive rewards packages feature flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities.

We'd love you to join us in proudly building Britain's future heritage. Apply online now.

Sir Robert McAlpine is focused on being a truly inclusive employer.