Logistics Supervisor - Heroya - 145303

Jones Engineering; Porsgrunn, Skien; On-site; NOK 537,000 - 732,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Engineering in Gavle is seeking a Logistics Lead (Onsite) to plan site set-up, route optimisation, and asset usage, ensuring safe, efficient movement of labour, plant and materials. You will create procedures, organise inductions, and manage daily to long-term movement plans aligned with the project programme.

This role demands proven construction logistics experience, excellent communication, and the ability to lead staff and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Plan site set-up to move labour, plant, and materials around site efficiently.
• Plan internal and external logistics routes through the project phases focusing on separation of vehicles, machinery and people.
• Pre-plan the usage of key assets such as hoists to ensure planned assets meet the needs of the program.
• Create operational procedures and method statements.
• Organise site inductions, ensure induction records are securely stored.
• Create a schedule of logistics meetings and ensure logistics is represented at site meetings.
• Describe the characteristics of the site, including site access /egress, storage capacity and arrangement by programme, labour, hoists, cranes etc.
• Use the description to produce daily, weekly and long-term movements plans.
• Control materials in and out of site.
• Plan and integrate with key contractors to meet the needs of the planned programme and de-confliction of onsite space and time where appropriate.
• Assist in the evaluation of potential logistic suppliers and appropriate delivery management booking systems.
• Be capable of managing sub-contractors to deliver their package of goods or services.
• Variation control and early communication of foreseeable change.
• Record keeping and KPI production.
• Organise resources to work additional hours as required to meet project deadlines.
• Responsible for ensuring that material movement to and from the workface does not cause damage to the works, the workforce, or the public.

Responsibilities

• Plan site set-up to move labour, plant, and materials around site efficiently.
• Plan internal and external logistics routes through the project phases focusing on separation of vehicles, machinery and people.
• Create operational procedures and method statements.
• Organise site inductions and ensure induction records are securely stored.
• Create a schedule of logistics meetings and ensure logistics is represented at site meetings.
• Describe the characteristics of the site and capacity to inform movement plans.
• Produce daily, weekly and long-term movements plans.
• Control materials in and out of site.
• Plan to integrate with contractors to meet the programme and de-conflict space.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Construction knowledge

Logistics management

Leadership

Analytical skills

Fluent English

MS Office

CPCS A61

CSCS

SMSTS/SSSTS

First Aid

Lifting Supervisor

Slinger/Signaller

Fire Marshall

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Company Description

We are a leading engineering services company with a proven track record of high quality, customer focused project delivery for over 130 years. Our core divisions include Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Sprinkler and Fire Protection. Some of the other services we provide include Waste to Energy (BioEnergy), Specialist Lift, Off Site Fabrication, Technical Support Services, Maintenance, Asset Management, BIM (Building Information Modelling) and Geo-Surveying. We offer competitive salaries, financial support for further training, Continuous Professional Development (CPD) leading to chartered status, performance incentives and the ability to progress your career with a world class engineering contractor.

Position: Logistics Lead(Onsite)

Location: Gavle

Company Description

We are a leading engineering services company with a proven track record of high quality, customer focused project delivery for over 130 years. Our core divisions include Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Sprinkler and Fire Protection. Some of the other services we provide include Waste to Energy (BioEnergy), Specialist Lift, Off Site Fabrication, Technical Support Services, Maintenance, Asset Management, BIM (Building Information Modelling) and Geo-Surveying. We offer competitive salaries, financial support for further training, Continuous Professional Development (CPD) leading to chartered status, performance incentives and the ability to progress your career with a world class engineering contractor.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Plan site set-up to move labour, plant, and materials around site efficiently.
• Plan internal and external logistics routes through the project phases focusing on separation of vehicles, machinery and people. Lay down areas and offloading points.
• Pre-plan the usage of key assets such as hoists to ensure planned assets meet the needs of the program.
• Create operational procedures and method statements.
• Organise site inductions, ensure induction records are securely stored.
• Create a schedule of logistics meetings and ensure logistics is represented at site meetings.
• Describe the characteristics of the site, including site access /egress, storage capacity and arrangement by programme, labour, hoists, cranes etc.
• Use the description to produce daily, weekly and long-term movements plans.
• Control materials in and out of site.
• Plan and integrate with key contractors to meet the needs of the planned programme and de-confliction of onsite space and time where appropriate.
• Assist in the evaluation of potential logistic suppliers and appropriate delivery management booking systems.
• Be capable of managing sub-contractors to deliver their package of goods or services.
• Variation control and early communication of foreseeable change.
• Record keeping and key performance indicator (KPI) production.
• Organise resources to work additional hours as required to meet project deadlines.
• Responsible for ensuring that material movement to and from the workface does not cause damage to the works, the workforce, or the public.
• Complete safety inspections to company and client standards.
• Review & produce method statements, risk assessments ensure lifting plans are produced.
• Provide logistics instruction to all project suppliers.
• Manage all movements to and from site and keeping associated records.
• Plan to and maximise load capacity on all vehicles arriving at site were possible, ensure suppliers use appropriate vehicles for delivery.
• Ensure that drivers and vehicles meet the required standards before being accepted to site.
• Manage suppliers: scaffolding, welfare and office accommodation.

Skills And Requirements

• Excellent communication skills that build empathy and support, engage with individuals at all levels, influence, promote.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail essential.
• Knowledge of the construction industry is essential.
• Proven working experience as a Logistics Manager/Coordinator on Construction sites.
• Record of successful distribution and logistics management.
• Demonstrable ability to lead and manage staff.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects
• A proven track record of delivery within a construction management or logistics function (over the past 5 years).
• Fluent English essential.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software, especially Word, Excel and Outlook.
• CPCS Appointed Person A61 essential.
• CSCS, Safety Passport essential.
• SMSTS / SSSTS essential.
• First Aid Certification essential.
• Lifting Supervisor Certification essential.
• Fire Marshall Certification desirable.
• Slinger/Signaller Certification essential.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, collaborating with industry leaders and contributing to a sustainable future. Our Company values work-life balance and encourages professional growth through training and development programs.

If you are ready to make a difference and be part of a growing industry, Recognising the contributions and respecting our people is core to our culture and values. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply for roles.

Please note, we are currently not accepting applications from agencies, for this role at this time.