Logistics Manager

Sir Robert McAlpine; Swansea; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Logistics Manager for a major project in Port Talbot, Wales. This role involves overseeing logistics operations on a large, complex heavy construction project valued over GBP200m. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in logistics management, strong problem-solving skills, and a commitment to health and safety standards. Join us to build Britain's future heritage.

Benefits

Flexible benefits

Performance-related progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven track record in construction management or logistics.
• Commitment to sustainable logistics procurement.
• Ability to manage complex logistics issues.

Responsibilities

• Manage movement of people, goods, and equipment on-site.
• Ensure all contractors and visitors comply with safety and site rules.
• Produce logistical reports to improve site operations.

Skills

Logistics Management

Team Player

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

SMSTS Training

CSCS card

Job description

Logistics Manager

SRM are preparing for the commencement of a major programme of construction works in Port Talbot, South Wales. The works to be undertaken will involve heavy construction/ civil engineering works across a variety of industrial work fronts over the next 3 to 4 years, commencing initially with a series of enabling works ahead of the main programme of works commencing Q3 : 2025.

If you are a Logistics Manager with experience on large multi-million-pound projects , we have a great opportunity for you to join our Team in Port Talbot to work on an interesting, complex and technically challenging project. The project value will be in excess of GBP200m.

Why join us?

Since 1869 we've worked on building and civil engineering projects that have set the standard for others to follow - right up to present-day examples like the Eden Project, Olympic Stadium and award-winning new Bloomberg building.

As we celebrate our 155th anniversary, we're looking forward with excitement to the projects and opportunities ahead. 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.

• Must be experienced in undertaking a Logistics Management role on a large/ complex Heavy Construction/ Civil Engineering Project
• Must be a Team Player used to working on multi-disciplinary, large complex Heavy Construction/ Civil Engineering Project as part of a bigger team
• Must be able to undertake Line Manager duties for any direct reports allocated to manage and administer the project logistical requirements
• Must be hands on and with a "can do attitude" and used to problem solving
• Will be site-based working as a key project team member as part of the Core Team.
• IT Proficiency a must especially in utilising IT Booking in Tools/ Software
• Clear & concise communication skills
• Must be able to ensure Project Health, Safety & Well Being policies, procedures, site rules, minimum standards, works contractors RAMS are followed at all times, and ensure a positive H,S & WB culture is at the heart of all that t we do
• Must be organised
• Must be open, honest & trustworthy
• Used to working to tight deadlines sometimes under challenging conditions

• Assist the Project Team in the coordination of all works contractors, which include all logistics and works activities ensuring that consideration is given to the neighbouring / local community
• Ensuring all works contractors management/ workforce, visitors, deliveries are inducted in line with both SRM & TATA-UK requirements before being allowed to step foot onto the site to work on the project
• 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
• Managing plant and equipment deliveries notified by the Works Contractors/ Client Team
• Maintain an asset register of equipment Mewps and lifting equipment delivered being used on site
• Assist with the production and implementation of the logistical phasing plans for the project, including site controls.

• Assist with the project logistical reporting, providing key logistical stats, reports recommendations to improve the project logistical interfaces to make the site operate effectively and efficiently
• Ideally located in South Wales within daily travelling distance of Port Talbot.

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
• Personal commitment to promoting a sustainable approach to logistic procurement and supply chain development
• Capacity to deal with complex logistics issues, and to implement logistics and supply chain vision, strategy and priorities
• Must have Site Management Safety Training Scheme) SMSTS Training and
• Must hold relevant CSCS card
• First Aid or Mental Health First Aid Training although not a must have for the right candidate

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, even if you don't meet every single requirement, we'd still love to hear from you. Especially if you're part of a group that is under-represented in Construction. Our goal is for Sir Robert McAlpine to proportionally represent the diversity of the working population in society. As a family-run business with strong family values, our aim is to ensure that Sir Robert McAlpine is a supportive, empowering and inclusive environment for every member of our team.