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Logistics Manager
July 10, 2023 | Comments Off on Logistics Manager
Main Purpose:
To take responsibility for all aspects of the logistics supply chain, stores management, development and optimisation of site logistics solutions to meet the needs of the project. The logistics manager will be required to manage the movement of people, goods and equipment at the construction site and control site facilities management.
Planning/programming
* Plan site set-up to move labour, plant, and materials around site efficiently (e.g. hoarding, gates, site accommodation, cranes, hoists, security, temporary services and material delivery.
* 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 programme.
* Together with the site Project manager and health and safety adviser, write a Construction Logistics Plan and/or Construction Traffic Management Plan in accordance with Local Authority requirements and submit it to the Local Authority for approval. Once approved ensure that the site work within the agreed plan.
Mobilisation
* Create and maintain a secure site.
* Control all traffic management internally and externally, wheel washing and road network cleanliness.
* Manage installation of site accommodation including planning, selection, refurbishment and management and cleaning of these facilities.
* Create operational procedures and method statements within his area of responsibility.
* Create a schedule of logistics meetings and ensure logistics is represented at site meetings.
Supply chain management
* Write formally to all suppliers describing the characteristics of the site, including site access /egress, storage capacity and arrangement by programme, labour, hoists, cranes etc. Include the requirement for all deliveries to be made in compliance with the Traffic Management Plan.
* Write formally to all suppliers including Ardmore / Paddington requiring all delivery lorries to be fitted with edge protection or alternative means of fall protection when unloading.
* Write formally to all suppliers requiring their delivery vehicles to safeguard vulnerable road users by being registered into the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) at bronze level, or obtain a commitment to this objective within 6 months.
* Control materials in and out of site by scheduling deliveries to specific time slots.
* Plan and integrate with key contractors to meet the needs of the planned programme and de-confliction of on-site space and time where appropriate.
Delivery management
* Manage all movements to and from site and keep associated records.
* Enforce the full use of the organisation's delivery management system.
* Ensure suppliers use appropriate vehicles for delivery.
* Control materials in and out of site by scheduling deliveries to specific time slots.
* Ensure that drivers and vehicles meet the required standards before being accepted to site.
Material and Consumable Store
* Ensure materials delivered to site agree to the delivery documents and keeping associated records.
* Process the receipt of materials on the Purchase Order system - match the delivery documents to the original purchase order.
* Maintain a written record of the issue of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to individuals.
Logistics Vehicles, plant, equipment and vertical transport
* Specifying and managing plant and equipment used by Logistics and maintain an asset register.
* Ensure that these vehicles and plant are operated safely by trained personnel and in a legally compliant manner
Workforce- for their gang.
* Be capable of managing a team of operatives, including taking any necessary disciplinary action.
* Understand the roles of standard logistics operatives: labourer, waste operative, carpenter, hoist driver, handyman, traffic marshal, SIA guard.
* Ensure operatives are briefed on their roles and responsibilities.
* Ensure competencies of own team are demonstrable.
* Recruitment of operatives.
* Banksman, store, labourers.
QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING:
Required*
Minimum Level 3 - Logistics and Transport Operations
SMSTS
Manual handling
Desirable
Level 5/6 - Logistics and Transport Operations Management
First Aid at Work
Our benefits:
- Generous Maternity, Adoption & Paternity Pay scheme
- 3 Days special Leave you can use if your boiler breaks down, childminder cancelled or you have something important to do
- Day off on your Birthday
- Single Medical Cover (Most pre-existing conditions are covered)
- Generous amount of holidays, starting with 25 + bank holidays and going up to 30 days + Bank holidays (dependant on length of service)
- Sick leave fully paid, up to 20 days (dependant on Length of service)
- A good pension scheme to help you for when you retire
- Life Assurance (Paying 4* your salary)
- We pay your Professional membership fees that are relevant to your role
- Support with your professional growth and Learning
- Generous Staff referral scheme, paying up to £3,500
- The opportunity to save up to 25% on your bike via the Cycle to work scheme
- Discounts on 100's of retailers and Gyms
- Employee Assistance Programme - Offering counselling and emotional support for you and your family, 24hours a day, 7 days a week