Logistics Supervisor

Severn Trent Water; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Network Logistics Supervisor to lead significant construction activities across various sites. This role is crucial for managing the logistics of large-scale mains renewal projects, ensuring that all materials and equipment are delivered efficiently and safely. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction logistics, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to maintain positive relationships with suppliers. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and offers a supportive environment for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

28 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme up to £2,250

Leading pension scheme

Sharesave scheme

Dedicated training and development

Electric vehicle scheme

Family friendly policies

Two volunteering days per year

Qualifications

• Experience in supervising and working with construction equipment.
• Strong planning and organizational skills to manage multiple activities.

Responsibilities

• Manage large scale construction activities across multiple sites.
• Ensure timely delivery of construction assets and materials.

Skills

HGV experience

PUWER Standards knowledge

Planning and organisational skills

Supplier relationship management

Construction equipment knowledge

Education

Full U.K driving license

Tools

Mechanical excavation equipment

Construction kit and equipment

Job description

Our people are what makes Severn Trent a truly exciting and inclusive place to work. We’re a team of over 9,000 people with a purpose to deliver one of life’s essentials, and we do it all while thriving in our unique culture.

We’re a growing, Midlands based FTSE100 listed company and welcome people from all walks of life, celebrating their individuality, as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our customers and the communities we represent.

It’s an exciting time to join, as we have a huge ambition to deliver bigger and better than ever before over our next 5-year regulatory period. If you’re seeking an exciting and thoroughly rewarding career, Severn Trent is the place to be.

Due to an exciting new programme which is going to see us deliver for our customers a full mains renewal across our region over the next few years, we are now on a significant recruitment drive to scale our teams to deliver this fantastic work.

This is your opportunity to play a part in this transformation!

We are looking for a Network Logistics Supervisor to come and be responsible for managing significant, large scale construction activity across multiple sites.

Key Responsibilities:

• Co-ordinate and ensure the timely and efficient delivery of construction assets and materials onsite, including import/export of reinstatement materials, delivery of fittings, and the use of mechanical excavation equipment/vehicles.
• Co-ordinate and supervise all activities on site and act as deputy for the Network Logistics Manager during periods of absence.
• Support the Network Logistics Manager in ensuring that all logistics plant, equipment, and supplies required to support large scale Mains renewal activity are available, maintained, kept safe, and operationally ready.
• Work with the Network Logistics Technicians and multiple suppliers to ensure stock levels are maintained at the required levels and establish positive relationships with local quarries, plant, and suppliers.
• Be responsible for the Network Logistics Technician to ensure maintenance, services, exchange of plant & equipment are properly carried out and recorded (PUWER checks).
• Ensure that all supplier payments are raised and paid correctly in a timely manner and manage a wide range of stakeholders, both internal and external.
• Collaborate with construction teams and different departments to ensure deadlines are met with little or no disruption to the transportation network.
• Accountable for the safety of the site, operatives, customers, public, environment, local compounds, and budget control on Kit & Equipment costs and plant.

What You’ll Bring to the Role:

• HGV experience, supervising others, and working to PUWER Standards.
• Understanding and significant practical experience of working with construction kit, equipment & plant, successfully managing supplier relationships.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills, able to co-ordinate multiple activities, manage time effectively under pressure, and make clear decisions.
• Solid understanding and experience of quarry and tipping activities and the ability to maintain positive relationships with suppliers, contractors, and other external organisations.
• Full U.K driving license.

The right skills and experience are important. But if you have the right character, positivity, and a caring attitude, we want to talk to you, too.

What’s in it for You:

• 28 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/sell up to 5 days per year).
• Annual bonus scheme (of up to £2,250 per annum based on company performance).
• Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%).
• Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate.
• Dedicated training and development with our ‘Academy’.
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers.
• Family friendly policies.
• Two volunteering days per year.

What’s Next:

We can’t wait to hear from you. Before you apply, you’ll need an updated copy of your CV and about five minutes to spare.

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