Logistics Manager

Job ID- 1003110- Job Type- Permanent Full-time- Location- Aus - Sydney, Aus - NSW - Regional- Categories- Project Management, Eligible for Employee Referral Payment- Applications close**HumeLink West Project**

Two CIMIC Group companies, UGL and CPB Contractors have been selected by Transgrid to deliver the 130km western section of the HumeLink high voltage electricity transmission project.

HumeLink is a new 500kV transmission project which will connect Wagga Wagga, Maragle and Bannaby in regional NSW that will significantly increase the capacity of the electricity network in Australia’s eastern states. HumeLink is one of Australia’s largest energy infrastructure projects, with about 365kms of proposed new transmission lines and a range of other new and upgraded infrastructure.

The HumeLink West scope of works, worth $1.4bn, includes delivery of new 500kV double circuit transmission lines spanning 130kms from Wagga Wagga Substation to a new Substation at Gugaa, the Interface Point with HumeLink East near Gundagai and a new substation at Maragle in the Snowy Mountains for future connection to Snowy 2.0.

**The opportunity**

We are seeking an experienced Logistics Manager to join the Construction Delivery Team and be accountable for the daily operations of transport and logistics for the project.

**_ Please note this role will initially be based in Sydney (CBD), with transition into a site delivery role requiring DIDO/FIFO (10/4) or relocation where additional allowances will apply._**

**Key Accountabilities**
- Oversee and manage the daily operations of site logistics
- Develop and implement transport strategies to improve efficiency and reduce cost
- Develop and coordinate comprehensive logistic plans, ensuring alignment with objectives, while monitoring and reporting on progress
- Develop detailed scopes of work to be issued to suppliers whilst following the CIMIC Procurement Processes
- Manage multiple laydowns to support efficient receiving, unloading, storage, quality control, loading and delivery of construction materials
- Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure availability of resources, equipment, and materials needed for project execution
- Facilitate meetings, workshops, and presentations to engage stakeholders and gather feedback on project strategy
- Ensure compliance to HVNL, standards and regulations and implement systems and processes to support
- Implement and maintain inventory control procedures
- Allocate resources effectively to support project activities and meet project requirement
- Manage the short
- and long-term construction planning for the associated works
- Develop / monitor KPI’s against program and budget
- Manage subcontractors, suppliers, and key project personnel and ensure buy in to safety and quality strategies
- Maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders across the project team
- Participate in cost reporting processes
- Contributing to CPB and Project Safety culture and support the project safety team
- Develop and maintain quality controls
- Ensure compliance with all relevant legal and regulatory requirements and all relevant Company and Group policies and processes

**About You**

To be successful in this role, you will require:

- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Transport and logistics Management role ideally in a contracting environment
- Experience in construction environment
- In depth understanding of NHVL, COR and NHVR accreditation schemes
- Direct experience in construction Logistics (fuel / bulk water / concrete / steel /construction materials etc)
- Heavy haulage experience an advantage
- Port handling experience an advantage
- Ability to write detailed technical scope(s) of work for large packages
- Subcontractor management
- Effective communicator with strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
- Intermediate computer skills

Where applicable, evidence of tertiary qualifications and proof of right to work will be required prior to successful appointment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support women in construction, Indigenous advancement and participation and encourage people of all cultural backgrounds to apply.

We’re always looking for ways to make UGL and CPB Contractors a more rewarding place to work and offer a unique set of benefits, including:

- A rewarding career where we support your development, training and promote from within.
- Opportunities across all construction sectors so that there is always an opportunity suitable for the next stage in your career.
- Competitive remuneration and excellent benefits including a health and wellbeing program, discount portal and company-funded salary continuance insurance.
- Flexible work arrangements and a culture that values diversity and innovation.

**How to apply**:

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