Logistics Coordinator

Newspaper WordPress; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 28,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Logistics Coordinator in Bridgwater to support the logistics team and ensure compliance with delivery protocols. This role involves providing administrative support, liaising with suppliers and site teams, and using management systems to forecast and report on vehicle movements. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational skills and be proficient in Word, Excel, and Outlook. Join this inclusive environment where your contributions matter.

Benefits

Performance-related progression opportunities

Flexible benefits packages

Qualifications

• Proven ability to provide general administrative support in logistics.
• Ensuring suppliers comply with safety and environmental standards.
• Experience liaising with stakeholders and maintaining relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support the Logistics Manager and coordinate logistics meetings.
• Liaise with site teams for effective vehicle movements.
• Use delivery management systems for reporting and forecasting.

Skills

Computer Literate – Word/Excel/Outlook

Organisational / Multi-tasking Skills

Good communicator

Job description

Logistics CoordinatorSir Robert McAlpineBridgwater, SomersetSir Robert McAlpine has secured a prestigious contract to construct a state-of-the-art Battery Manufacturing Facility. The initial phase of the project includes the design and construction of a new 15GWh lithium-ion battery facility, ancillary buildings, and site-wide external works.Since 1869 we've worked on building and civil engineering projects that have set the standard for others to follow - right up to present-day examples like the Eden Project, Olympic Stadium and award-winning new Bloomberg building.As we celebrate our 155th anniversary, we're looking forward with excitement to the projects and opportunities ahead. Our family-owned business is where to achieve more from your career by proudly building Britain's future heritage with us.**The Logistics Coordinator role**The post supports the Logistics Manager and the wider logistics team.**Responsibilities**The Logistics Coordinator will be responsible for:* General administrative support to the Logistics Manger as the project logistics strategy is executed* Supporting compliance and booking of deliveries and visitors for the project* Ensuring suppliers comply with; company, driver and vehicle compliance requirements, vehicle booking procedures and environmental & safety compliance checks- training will be provided* Supporting the onboarding and induction process for new starters to the project* Liaising with site teams to plan vehicle movements to or from; work sites/areas, vehicle holding area(s) or consolidation centre(s)- training will be provided* Liaising with suppliers, and stakeholders as directed by the logistics manager* Attending and minute taking in regular logistics meetings, including with the client and execute actions from the meeting that are relevant to the logistics and security team as assigned by the logistics manager* Once trained use the delivery management system to: + create daily, weekly and monthly delivery forecasts + create reports and investigate discrepancies between planned and actual vehicle movements + create non-compliance reports and execute follow up actions, including interface with suppliers and sub-contractors to ensure improved performance**Essential Skills and Qualifications*** Computer Literate –Word/Excel/Outlook* Organisational / Multi-tasking Skills* Good communicator - capable of maintaining relationships at all levels**Rewards**We're ready to invest in you and your future, and offer wide-ranging, performance-related progression opportunities. Our competitive rewards packages feature flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities.**We'd love you to join us in proudly building Britain's future heritage. Apply online now.**Sir Robert McAlpine is focused on being a truly inclusive employer, even if you don't meet every single requirement, we'd still love to hear from you. Especially if you're part of a group that is under-represented in Construction. Our goal is for Sir Robert McAlpine to proportionally represent the diversity of the working population in society. As a family-run business with strong family values, our aim is to ensure that Sir Robert McAlpine is a supportive, empowering and inclusive environment for every member of our team.