We are currently recruiting for an experienced Logistics Manager to join a major construction project in Nine Elms, London.
The successful candidate will take responsibility for the overall site logistics operation, working in a busy, high-traffic environment with significant vehicle movements, deliveries and pedestrian activity.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the day-to-day logistics operation across the construction site.
* Coordinate and control heavy traffic and vehicle movements around the site.
* Manage deliveries, loading/unloading areas and site access.
* Coordinate banksmen, traffic marshals, logistics supervisors and labourers.
* Plan delivery schedules and ensure vehicles arrive safely and efficiently.
* Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers and site management.
* Maintain safe pedestrian and vehicle segregation.
* Manage site logistics plans and ensure they are followed.
* Monitor site housekeeping, storage and material movements.
* Lead and manage the logistics team.
* Ensure all logistics activities comply with site Health & Safety requirements.
* Attend logistics and site coordination meetings.
* Resolve day-to-day access, delivery and traffic issues.
Requirements
* Proven experience as a Logistics Manager on a major construction project.
* Previous experience working in Nine Elms, Vauxhall, Battersea or similarly high-traffic London locations would be highly desirable.
* Strong experience managing heavy vehicle movements and complex site logistics.
* Experience managing a team of logistics operatives.
* Good knowledge of construction site Health & Safety.
* CSCS required; SMSTS/SSSTS and CPCS/NPORS advantageous.
* Excellent communication and organisational skills.
* Ability to manage multiple deliveries and competing site requirements.
* Experience working for a main contractor preferred.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Logistics Manager who is comfortable managing complex logistics operations and heavy traffic movements on a major London construction project
