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Logistics Support Manager

Heathrow Airport

Slough

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Logistics Support Manager to play a pivotal role in the Heathrow Development Programme. This position involves overseeing logistics processes, conducting audits, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in construction logistics, excellent stakeholder management skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering innovative logistics solutions in a fast-paced environment. If you're passionate about logistics and looking to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

  • Experience in managing logistics for capital construction projects.
  • Strong background in aviation sector logistics and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct audits for logistics processes and ensure safe space management.
  • Implement logistics strategies and manage delivery plans.

Skills

Logistics Management
Stakeholder Relationship Management
Health and Safety Compliance
Project Management

Education

PRINCE2 or APM qualification
IOSH safety certification

Tools

Logistics Strategy Implementation

Job description

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About The Role

Wilson James are looking for a Logistics Support Manager (LSM) who will be integral to the delivery of the Heathrow Development Programme.

Main responsibilities:

  • Carrying out audits for site start ups, duration and close down processes for the safe space management and logistics processes
  • Responsible for implementation of Logistics Strategy
  • Responsible for mobilisation, implementation and delivery of logistics plans
  • Assess and revise logistic plans produced by Principal Contractors
  • Act as key linkage between Delivery Partners, Airport Operational Departments and Logistics Delivery whilst ensuring adherence to governance at all levels
  • Act as a focal point for Principal Contractors for delivery needs and feedback
  • Create and share Heathrow standards for Logistics and understand those owned by Principal Contractors
  • Engage with Health and Safety and Industrial Relations to ensure safe and appropriate logistics solutions
  • Inform strategic planning of issues and challenges associated with tactical delivery
  • Inform and input into Employers Requirements for Logistics

About You

  • Worked on capital construction projects, either interfacing with or managing logistics
  • Experience of integration and partnership working within the construction logistics and aviation sector, developing, nurturing, and managing stakeholder relationships to develop new and innovative opportunities
  • Driving Licence cat B
  • A background of Heathrow Operations would be beneficial
  • Project Management experience - a qualification in PRINCE2 or APM is desirable
  • IOSH (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health) safety certification
  • Able to work 5 days a week - 8.30am to 5pm

About The Company

Wilson James is a leading security, construction logistics and aviation services provider with more than 5,000 employees. With in-depth sector and service expertise, we deliver solutions to clients operating across the Aviation, Construction, Corporate, Energy, Manufacturing, Maritime and Technology industries.

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