Job title: Control Tower Team Leader

Location: Site-based at Hinkley Point C, Somerset 

Contract Type: Permanent  

Salary: Starting from £36,000  

Working Hours: 

39 hours on average per week. 

9 days across 2 weeks (Monday to Friday on week 1 & Monday to Thursday on week 2). 

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Control Tower Team Leader at Hinkley Point C. 

As a Control Tower Team Leader, you will play a critical role in overseeing real-time logistics operations and ensuring the efficient coordination of materials and resources around Hinkley Point C.  The Control Tower Team Leader acts as a key connection between internal teams, external vendors, and Third Party Logistics providers, ensuring full visibility and control over all logistics operations. You will focus on using data-driven insights and advanced monitoring systems to optimise distribution activities, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance with project timelines and safety standards.  

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 £36,000 per annum (depending on experience) 
• 8.65% bonus 
• Travel allowance  
• HPC free transport service to and from site.  
• 25 days annual leave 
• Life assurance scheme 
• Company sick pay 
• Pension Scheme 5% employer contribution 
• Access to online GP service for you and your dependant. 
• Access to an industry-leading Employee Benefits Platform offering lifestyle savings and discounts on most high street retailers, a Reward and Recognition programme. 
• Employee Assistance Programme that provides a health and wellbeing support service 
• As an employer of choice, we focus on wellbeing, training, and career progression. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Oversee real-time monitoring of onsite distribution operations, ensuring adherence to schedules, regulatory requirements and data handling protocols 
• Align Control Tower operations with overall project objectives and on-site distribution strategies
• Utilise advanced data analytics and real-time monitoring tools to refine route operations, minimise delays and improve decision-making 
• Monitor and evaluate performance metrics related to Control Tower operations
• Foster strong communication and collaboration among on-site Third Party Logistics operatives and delivery partners 

What do we need from you: 

Skills, Experience and Qualifications 

Essential  

• CITB Operative H&S test (to be completed before start date) 
• Strong understanding of transport operations and distribution route planning
• High standard of interpersonal skills for engaging diverse stakeholders 
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, numerical, and problem-solving skills 

Desirable 

• Technical and practical comprehension of engineering, procurement and techniques in the UK construction sector 
• Experience of using Fulcrum (Delivery & Inventory Management Systems). 
• Power BI/DOMO (Business Intelligence Analytics) 

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.