Please note: successful applicants will be invited to attend an assessment centre in Bridgwater on Wednesday 28th May 2025. 

Job title: Logistics Chargehand

Location: Site-based at Hinkley Point C, Somerset

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £23.28 per hour

Various shift patterns available such as:

• 4 on 5 off 5 on 4 off
• Day shifts
• Night shifts
• PM shifts

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Logistics Chargehand at Hinkley Point C.
Working within dedicated teams,  as a construction Logistics Chargehand you will be supervising and supporting with a variety of tasks including the following:

• Housekeeping
• General receipt of items
• Stock Control
• Fire signage
• Traffic Marshalling
• Moving material from Buildings to various compounds
• providing general support to various contractors on Hinkley Point C

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:

• Role – Full Time
• Salary: £23.28 per hour.
• Daily bus allowance to travel on-site.
• Free Park & Ride service at your nearest location.
• Annual leave: 31 days inclusive of bank holidays (pro rata)
• Company Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Access to an Online GP Service for you and your dependents
• Learning & Development – we actively encourage progression and offer various eLearning courses, progression, training whilst on site, apprenticeships, and in-house training courses.
• Health and Wellbeing Employee Assistance Programme  and access to mental health support specialists
• Reward & Recognition Access to an industry leading Employee Benefits Platform offering lifestyle savings and discounts on most high street retailers, a Reward and Recognition programme.
• Referral Scheme Chance to earn £600 for referring a friend (conditions apply)
• On site medical facilities provided.

Depending on the team, your key responsibilities will include:

• Supervising a team of Logistics Operatives
• Completing daily briefings before work starts, and ensuring all operatives understand their daily tasks and are aware of any new hazards within their work areas
• To inform all operatives of any changes related to site duties or site requirements
• Receipt & put away of incoming materials
• Housekeeping of buildings to ensure the engineers can carry out their duties efficiently
• Deliver familiarisation/competency training and keep records for audit/data recording
• Coordinate and implement fire and emergency arrangements throughout the building
• Posting of correct signage in buildings
• Controlled issue of all stores
• Stock checks
• Ensure plant/equipment are fit for use and secure if not in use.
• Assisting with vehicle manoeuvring in designated areas
• Identifying maintenance requirements for tooling or electrical items (Calibration/ PAT/ Thorough examination)
• Housekeeping of stores, buildings and compound areas
• Ensure that HPC code of conduct is followed at all times

What do we need from you:

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

Essential

• A CITB Supervisor H&S test (to be completed before the start date).
• Warehouse or construction experience
• Previous Supervisory Experience
• Basic IT Skills
• Demonstrate the ability to think and act quickly in emergencies or under pressure
• Provide evidence of the ability to deliver succinct and clear verbal and provide written reports where necessary

Desirable

• Experience of working within the construction Industry
• Driving Licence
• Knowledge of Mechanical & Electrical Tooling and consumables
• Understanding logistics limitations and regulation
• Ability to read fire and emergency plans

Site Specific Information:

• You must be able to provide a 3-year work history and required 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.