Logistics Manager (Black Hat) - Commissioning

  • Vacancy Reference:
    4116
  • Contract Type:
    Full Time
  • Temp or Perm:
    Permanent
  • City:
    Somerset
  • Closing Date:
    25 September 2025
  • Salary:
    £55,000

Job title: Logistics Manager (Black Hat) - Commissioning

Location: Site-based at Hinkley Point C, Somerset  

Contract Type: Permanent   

Salary: Starting from £ 55,000 per annum  (depending on experience)

Working Hours: Monday to Friday

 

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as an commissioning Logistics Manager at Hinkley Point C.   

As an commissioning Logistics Manager, you will be responsible for Managing and supervising  the Commissioning team in their duties ensuring they follow process and carryout duties in accordance with safe systems of work. Routine Reporting and data collection and analysis will be a key responsibility of this role.  

 

About Wilson James:   

Wilson James have been raising standards in construction logistics, security, aviation services, and technology for over 30 years. With 5,000 employees and a presence across over 300 client sites all over the UK.    

At Wilson James, we are proud to play a vital role in the success of Hinkley Point C, one of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects. As a trusted partner, we provide expert logistics and workforce support to ensure the seamless operation of this large-scale nuclear power development.   

With over 30 years of experience and a strong commitment to safety, efficiency, and innovation, Wilson James is proud to contribute to building a cleaner energy future for the UK.    

Join us and be part of a team that makes a real impact!   

 

What we can offer you:   

  • Salary starting from £55,000 DOE
  • 8.65% monthly project bonus   
  • Travel and lodge allowance (if required)  
  • Working Monday - Friday, hours worked over 9.75 a day paid at an enhanced rate
  • Annual leave of 25 days + Bank Holidays
  • Life assurance scheme   
  • Pension Scheme 5% employer contribution  
  • Access to an industry-leading Employee Benefits Platform offering lifestyle savings and discounts on most high street retailers, a Reward and Recognition programme.  
  • The opportunity to develop your career with access to training and development programmes.  
  • Employee Assistance Programme that provides a health and wellbeing support service.  
  • As an employer of choice, we focus on wellbeing, training, and career progression.   
  • Employee Referral Scheme.   
  • Access to Online GP service for you and your dependants.   

Key Responsibilities:   

  • Office and Compound based – expected to make regular visits to all operational areas in support of the client
  • Accountable for delivering daily activity briefs and coordinating daily and weekly tasks
  • Accountable for signing off the daily POWRA's raised by the commissioning team
  • Ensuring toolbox talks and safety stand downs are delivered and recorded
  • Creation and archiving of DABs and Day Notes
  • Responsible for ensuring the commissioning team complete all tasks in accordance with NNB SOPs
  • Maintain daily contact with HSE team to ensure compliance with RAMS and Insight reporting
  • Participation with delivery planning and coordination of goods in/out procedure
  • Responsible for ensuring the commissioning team have a sufficiently trained staff in support of supervision and emergency requirements
  • Work collaboratively with other WJ Logistics and NNB teams at HPC
  • Support maintenance of allocated controlled stores
  • Ensuring strong open lines of communication with NNB and WJ
  • Responsible for ensuring all team members are competent and compliant with training requirements
  •  Ensure accuracy of stock and inventory management maintaining systemic works
  • Representative for all coordination meetings both with the client and WJ

 

What do we need from you:   

Skills and Experience  

Essential    

  • Demonstrate previous management or supervisory experience.
  • Demonstrate Excellent IT/ MS office skills
  • Demonstrate the ability to prepare and present key reports and documents
  • Demonstrate ability to deliver essential training on software and mentor staff
  • Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to build and develop a team

 

Desirable   

Construction warehousing and logistics experience

Safety Qualification -IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent

AS9 or other Asset Management system experience

HPC pass holder

Driving Licence

COSHH Awareness

 

Qualifications   

Essential  

CITB certificate (Managers and Professional standards)

Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Management

Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) or working towards

Desirable  

  • Driving Licence 
  • CSCS Black Card   
  • Level 6 or above NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Management  
  • IOSH Managing Safely  
  • Lifting Appointed Person (A61) or equivalent qualification  
  • CPCS Card Holder (Blue Competent Operator) in Lifting Appointment Person (A61) or Plant Operations-related   

Site Specific Information:   

  • You must be able to provide a 3-year work/ unemployment/ education history required for the vetting process in line with HPC protocols.  
  • You must be able to obtain the HPC pass.   
  • The site is located remotely and a bus journey of 45 minutes each way is required to gain access.   

 
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Location
Hinkley Point C
Wick Moor Drove, Bridgwater, Somerset, UK, TA5 1DL
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Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme
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24/7 confidential helpline
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