Logistics Grid Manager

Profile Personnel; East London; On-site; ZAR 334,800 - 502,200; Full time

Job summary

A construction logistics company is seeking a candidate to oversee multiple projects in East London, ensuring that all logistics are fulfilled effectively. The ideal candidate will have a Matric qualification and relevant experience in logistics. Responsibilities include managing supplier relationships, coordinating equipment supply, and compiling operational reports. Strong organizational skills and a valid Code 08 driver’s license are essential. Travel between sites is required, and attention to detail is crucial in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Code 08 driver’s licence.
• Relevant experience in a similar role.
• Ability to manage multiple construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate onboarding of suppliers for new site establishments.
• Ensure supply of plant and machinery to sites.
• Compile and issue monthly downtime reports.

Skills

Organizational skills

Excellent Communication skills

Attention to detail

Good time management

Multitasking

Computer literate

Quick thinking

Problem solving skills

Education

Matric (Grade 12) qualification

Job description

Job Overview

To be assigned to a specific grid and all projects within that grid, overseeing these projects and ensuring that all logistics requirements are fulfilled to the best of your ability.

Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12) qualification.
• Valid Code 08 driver’s licence.
• Relevant experience in a similar role.
• Ability to manage and oversee multiple construction or operational sites within an assigned grid.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly between sites.
• Experience working with plant, machinery, small tools, and equipment management.
• Ability to coordinate with suppliers and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Experience attending and contributing to site and operational meetings.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multiple departments, including Site Managers, SHEQ, Logistics, and Head Office.
• Ability to monitor site compliance and operational performance.
• Ability to compile and submit operational reports, such as downtime reports.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the onboarding of suppliers required for new site establishments and ensure they are added to the supplier database.
• Maintain strong and professional relationships with suppliers.
• Follow up with sites regarding out-of-hours driving and speeding incidents.
• Ensure the supply of plant, machinery, small tools, and equipment to sites.
• Arrange the hiring of plant and machinery for sites when equipment is not available through Logistics.
• Oversee repairs and maintenance of plant and machinery across the respective sites.
• Expedite and ensure that all site requirements are delivered or repaired in full and on time.
• Supervise the LTI on site and ensure that all assigned duties are completed daily.
• Supervise mechanics on site and ensure that all assigned duties are completed daily.
• Travel between sites to inspect and monitor plant, machinery, and equipment.
• Attend weekly site meetings to provide input on plant, machinery, and equipment requirements.
• Liaise with the Small Tools Division to ensure all equipment requirements are supplied to site and processes are expedited.
• Maintain regular communication with Site Managers, the SHEQ Department, and Head Office to ensure all site requirements are met.
• Compile and issue monthly downtime reports for the sites under responsibility.
• Attend weekly plant allocation and Grid Managers’ meetings.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Line Manager or General Manager.

Skills

• Organizational skills
• Excellent Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Good time management
• Multitasking
• Computer literate
• Quick thinking
• Problem solving skills

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful. We will keep your CV on our database for any other relevant roles that may arise.