Logistics Manager

Skilled Careers; Woking; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Skilled Careers is seeking an experienced Logistics Manager to join a major mixed-use development near Woking, Surrey. This site-based role manages construction logistics, ensuring safe movement of people, plant, materials and deliveries across a busy site.

The successful candidate will lead a logistics team of 10+ and coordinate two tower cranes, with a strong emphasis on HSE and efficient operations on a large construction project.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Logistics Manager or senior logistics role on a large construction project.
• Experience leading a sizeable site logistics team.
• Strong understanding of construction site logistics, traffic management and material handling.
• Experience coordinating deliveries, lifting activities and site-wide logistics operations.
• Excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills.
• A proactive approach to health and safety, planning and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the site logistics team, overseeing 10+ direct reports.
• Develop, implement and maintain the site logistics plan in line with the construction programme.
• Coordinate all deliveries, material movements, unloading operations and storage arrangements.
• Manage the day-to-day logistics associated with two tower cranes, coordinating lifting requirements with the site team and appointed lifting personnel.
• Ensure safe and efficient traffic management, pedestrian segregation and site access arrangements.
• Work closely with the Project Manager, Site Managers, subcontractors and supply chain to ensure logistical requirements are planned and delivered effectively.
• Monitor site logistics activities to ensure compliance with company procedures, site rules and health and safety legislation.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, waste management and material storage throughout the site.
• Conduct regular site inspections and briefings, identifying and addressing potential risks or inefficiencies.
• Manage labour allocation, staff performance and the day-to-day priorities of the logistics team.
• Plan ahead for upcoming construction phases, identifying logistical challenges and implementing practical solutions.
• Maintain accurate records, permits, delivery schedules and relevant site documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Logistics management

Health & safety

Site coordination

Team leadership

Planning

Education

CSCS Card

SMSTS – Site Management Safety Training Scheme

First Aid at Work

Fire Marshal training

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Logistics Manager to join our team on a major mixed-use development Near Woking, Surrey.

This is a key site-based role, responsible for managing all aspects of construction logistics, ensuring the safe and efficient movement of people, plant, materials and deliveries across a busy and complex construction site.

The project includes two tower cranes and a workforce of 10+ personnel reporting directly to the Logistics Manager. The successful candidate will need strong leadership skills, excellent organisational ability and a thorough understanding of construction site logistics, health and safety, and lifting operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the site logistics team, overseeing 10+ direct reports.
• Develop, implement and maintain the site logistics plan in line with the construction programme.
• Coordinate all deliveries, material movements, unloading operations and storage arrangements.
• Manage the day-to-day logistics associated with two tower cranes, coordinating lifting requirements with the site team and appointed lifting personnel.
• Ensure safe and efficient traffic management, pedestrian segregation and site access arrangements.
• Work closely with the Project Manager, Site Managers, subcontractors and supply chain to ensure logistical requirements are planned and delivered effectively.
• Monitor site logistics activities to ensure compliance with company procedures, site rules and health and safety legislation.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, waste management and material storage throughout the site.
• Conduct regular site inspections and briefings, identifying and addressing potential risks or inefficiencies.
• Manage labour allocation, staff performance and the day-to-day priorities of the logistics team.
• Plan ahead for upcoming construction phases, identifying logistical challenges and implementing practical solutions.
• Maintain accurate records, permits, delivery schedules and relevant site documentation.

Essential Requirements

The successful candidate must hold the following qualifications:

• CSCS Card
• SMSTS – Site Management Safety Training Scheme
• First Aid at Work qualification
• Fire Marshal training

In addition, candidates must have:

• Proven experience in a Logistics Manager or similar senior logistics role on a large construction project.
• Experience managing and leading a sizeable site logistics team.
• A strong understanding of construction site logistics, traffic management and material handling.
• Experience coordinating deliveries, lifting activities and site-wide logistics operations.
• Excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills.
• A proactive approach to health and safety, planning and problem-solving.

Desirable Qualifications

• Appointed Person (Lifting Operations) qualification – advantageous but not essential.
• Previous experience working on large-scale mixed-use, residential, commercial or high-rise developments.
• Experience coordinating tower crane operations and complex lifting requirements.