Logistics Lead​/Senior Logistics Manager

Position: Logistics Lead / Senior Logistics Manager
Logitics Lead / Senior Logistics Manager – Major Infrastructure (Nuclear)

Location:

Orwell, Ipswich
Salary: £80,000 – £100,000 per annum (DOE)
Type:
Permanent (but freelance also considered)
We are recruiting for a Senior Logistics Manager to support logistics operations on a major nuclear infrastructure programme in the Ipswich area.
This is a permanent role based out of an established project office, working closely with site and delivery teams to manage and coordinate logistics across multiple work streams in a highly regulated environment.
The is a senior role, ideal for an experienced logistics professional who has delivered complex construction or infrastructure projects and is comfortable operating in a safety‑critical, high‑compliance setting.

Key Responsibilities
 
* Manage day‑to‑day and strategic logistics operations supporting a major nuclear construction programme
 
* Coordinate site logistics, access, materials flow, laydown areas and sequencing
 
* Oversee logistics teams, supervisors and coordinators across site and support functions
 
* Work closely with construction, HSE, planning and delivery teams
 
* Implement and maintain logistics plans, processes and controls
 
* Ensure full compliance with health, safety, security and site procedures
 
* Identify and mitigate logistics risks and constraints
 
* Drive continuous improvement in logistics efficiency and performance
 
* Provide clear reporting on logistics activity, resourcing and issues
About You
 
* Strong experience in logistics management within major construction or infrastructure projects
 
* Comfortable working in regulated or safety‑critical environments (nuclear, rail, utilities, defence, major civils, etc.)
 
* Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
 
* Confident leading logistics teams and interfacing with senior project staff
 
* Organised, proactive, and solution‑focused
Essential Experience
 
* Senior logistics role on complex construction or infrastructure projects
 
* Strong understanding of construction logistics, materials management and access planning
 
* Excellent health & safety awareness
 
* Full UK driving licence
What’s On Offer
 * £80,000 – £100,000 salary, dependent on experience
 
* Attractive benefits package including £2,500 p.m lodge allowance (gross)
 
* Car Allowance (£6,000)
 
* Permanent role on a nationally significant infrastructure project
 
* Long‑term work with a strong, established delivery organisation
 
* Clear scope, responsibility and visibility within the project
 
* Required in the office 3-4 days per week initially with flexibility after this.
Interested?
If you’re an experienced logistics professional looking for a long‑term permanent role on a flagship infrastructure project, we’d welcome a confidential discussion.
Apply today or get in touch to find out more