Logistics Manager

TN United Kingdom; Whitehaven; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Plant & Logistics Manager, overseeing essential logistics for multi-million-pound projects. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to significant projects that shape Britain's future heritage. You'll manage logistics operations, ensuring safety and efficiency while leading a dedicated team. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, the company fosters a supportive environment for all employees. If you have a strong background in logistics management and a passion for construction, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible Benefits

Performance-based Progression Opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven track record in construction or logistics management.
• Current and valid CSCS card with experience managing contractors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the movement of personnel, plant, goods, and equipment on-site.
• Manage all plant/equipment hire and logistics requirements.

Skills

Logistics Management

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Sustainable Plant Procurement

Health and Safety Compliance

Education

SMSTS Certification

First Aid Qualification

Mental Health First Aid Qualification

Tools

DMS (Document Management System)

Job description

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Plant & Logistics Manager

We are recruiting a Plant & Logistics Manager with experience in large multi-million-pound projects to join our team at Sellafield. The project value exceeds £200m and involves complex, technically challenging work.

Sir Robert McAlpine has a rich history of over 155 years, contributing to some of the UK's most iconic buildings. Our success is driven by our people, and we foster a family-like culture that nurtures individual and team excellence.

This is a great opportunity to advance your career by contributing to Britain's future heritage through our projects.

Role Overview

The Logistics Manager will oversee the movement of personnel, plant, goods, and equipment across the site, ensuring safety, efficiency, and organizational effectiveness during both the early contractor involvement (ECI) and engineering & construction contract (ECC) phases.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all plant/equipment hire and logistics requirements on-site.
• Maintain and inspect plant registers.
• Utilize IT systems, especially DMS, for managing bookings of materials, call-off orders, and equipment.
• Coordinate with plant suppliers and ensure compliance with site standards and delivery requirements.
• Manage plant breakdown repairs and replacements to prevent project delays.
• Work closely with project teams, supply chain, and health and safety teams.
• Lead and manage direct reports involved in logistics.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental policies and standards.
• Coordinate logistics activities with contractors and site teams, including daily briefings and meetings.
• Maintain an asset register for equipment like MEWPs and lifting gear.
• Assist in developing logistical plans and reporting on logistics performance.

Your Profile

• Current and valid CSCS card with experience managing contractors/subcontractors.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proven track record in construction or logistics management, with a focus on performance improvements.
• Commitment to sustainable plant procurement.
• Qualifications such as SMSTS or similar are preferred.
• First Aid and Mental Health First Aid qualifications are advantageous.
• Ideally located in West Cumbria.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Full UK driving license (note: site transport not provided).
• Experience working in a nuclear environment is preferred.

Rewards

We offer competitive, performance-based progression opportunities and flexible benefits tailored to your lifestyle.

Join us in building Britain's future heritage. Apply online now.

Sir Robert McAlpine is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups and aim to reflect society's diversity within our workforce. We are a family-run business dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment for all employees.