Logistics Manager

STRABAG; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Logistics Manager to oversee site logistics and ensure safety and efficiency in operations. This role involves managing a high-performing team, developing strong relationships with stakeholders, and producing essential management reports. The ideal candidate will have a degree in logistics and experience in the construction sector, demonstrating knowledge of legal requirements and best practices in logistics management. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact project success and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic about further qualifications in construction logistics.
• Experience in logistics management on construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Organise all plant, equipment, materials, and people movement.
• Produce and implement Construction Logistics Plans.

Skills

Logistics Management

Stakeholder Liaison

Traffic Management

Safety Compliance

Education

Degree in Logistics or Equivalent

Tools

CLOCS

FORS

Traffic Signs Manual

Job description

Tasks

• Organise all plant, equipment, materials and people movement.
• Produce and implement the Construction Logistics Plans
• Manage site logistics compound activity ensuring safety, service and cost efficiency.
• Recruit, manage and motivate staff to create a high performing team.
• Develop productive working relationships with stakeholders.
• Delivering traffic management alongside colleagues in the Traffic and Transport function.
• Produce management reports as required by the business and the client.
• Carry out any other duties appropriate for a job of this nature, in support of the Programme Logistics Manager
• Act as the deputy to the Programme Logistics Manager.
  
  

Qualifications

• The candidate will be enthusiastic about becoming further qualified in construction Logistics disciplines for themselves and those who work as direct reports.
• The candidate is required to hold a degree or equivalent qualification.
• Experience of logistics management, including site experience on construction projects to fulfil the required roles as appropriate to the works.
• Knowledge and practical experience of legal requirements and how to comply with them, including section 60 & 61, driver hours, construction logistics plans, vehicles and safe driving.
• Good knowledge of site establishment and ongoing operation and maintenance.
• Good knowledge of safe operational practice of vehicles, equipment and methods of loading and off-loading.
• Good knowledge and practical experience of materials scheduling planning and organising deliveries to/from sites.
• Experience of liaison with stakeholders including local authorities, police and highways authorities.
• Working knowledge of CLOCS, FORS, Safety at Street Works COP, Traffic Signs Manual Chapter 8, Traffic Management Act 2004 & Disability Discrimination Act 2005.
• Practical understanding of Temporary Traffic Regulation Orders.
• Experience of working in the Construction, Utilities Industry or Highway Authority.