Logistics Coordinator

Permanent Full-Time role
Location:  Slough
Hours: 5 days a week
Pay: £48,000-£52,000 annual pay depending on experience.

Join Our Team as a Logistics Coordinator

There is nowhere quite like Heathrow. It is a major international airport which plays an important role supporting the UK economy. It is a city within a city where many thousands of people work together to make every journey better for the 90 million passengers who travel through Heathrow every year.

The Logistics Coordinator role is integral to the delivery of Heathrow Development Programme. This role is responsible for supporting and auditing all the staging (laydown) areas within Terminal Buildings across the Heathrow campus used by the £4 billion capital construction programme. Excellent interaction and collaboration skills are paramount to ensure stakeholders are set to deliver their project objectives, with safely managed logistical space needed.

About the Role:

As a Logistics Coordinator you will be responsible for:

• Carrying out audits for site start up, duration and close down processes for the safe space management and logistics processes​
• Responsible for implementation of Logistics Strategy within terminals
• Responsible for ownership, coordination and governance of the Terminal Space Register
• Assess and advise on logistic plans produced by Principal Contractors
• Act as key linkage between Delivery Partners, Airport Operational Departments, HAL PMs and Logistics Delivery whilst ensuring adherence to governance at all levels

Why Join Us?

• Annual leave entitlement of 5.6 weeks
• Lifestyle Benefits – Mortgage and financial advice, vouchers for various shopping outlets and food stores, employee referral scheme. 
• 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 – Life assurance scheme, access to mental health support specialists
• Access to an Online GP for you and your dependents. 
• Financial support 
• Discounts on hundreds of retail sites
• Progression opportunities – many of our team go on to senior and site management roles
• A welcoming, respectful team culture
• Cycle to Work scheme

What we are looking for:

• Working on capital construction projects, either interfacing with or managing logistics
• Confident to engage in tough conversations in order to adjust working practices
• Experience of integration and partnership working within the construction logistics and aviation sector, developing, nurturing, and managing stakeholder relationships to develop new and innovative opportunities
• Strong organisational skills and an ability to prioritise tasks in a timely manner
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Competent in using Microsoft Office; particularly Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point
• Comfortable with learning and working using inhouse technology and systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Qualifications and Licenses:

Essential

• Driving Licence cat B

Desirable

• Knowledge of Heathrow Terminal Operations is essential
• Project Management experience – a qualification in PRINCE2 or APM is desirable
• IOSH safety certification

Interested? Apply now and secure your future with us! 
Please be aware that, on occasion, we may close a vacancy earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive a high volume of strong applications

Wilson James is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. A criminal conviction will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position, however each case will be assessed on an individual basis. For information about Wilson James' commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, https://wilsonjames.co.uk/sustainability 
Wilson James have been raising standards in security, construction logistics, aviation services, and technology for over 30 years. With 5,000 employees and a presence across over 300 client sites all over the UK, we are dedicated to delivering tailored solutions and top-tier customer service. As a leading managed service provider, we prioritise safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Joining Wilson James offers the excitement of working with diverse, vibrant clients, making for a dynamic and engaging workplace.   

Internal Applicants
At Wilson James, we support career growth and offer internal mobility to help employees explore new roles and advance within the company. Committed to promoting from within, we provide clear career pathways and continuous skill development. Unlock your potential by applying for exciting internal opportunities and new challenge. If you are currently employed under TUPE terms and conditions, please note that successful appointment to this role will be on Wilson James standard terms and conditions.