Logistics Officer

AtkinsRéalis are seeking an experienced Logistics Officer for a mega luxury residential and mixed use project in Abu Dhabi, UAE, as part of the PMC team.

About AtkinsRéalis

Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear and Capital.  News and information are available at www.atkinsrealis.com or follow us on LinkedIn. Learn more about our career opportunities at: https://careers.atkinsrealis.com

About AtkinsRéalis  

Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear and Capital.  News and information are available at www.atkinsrealis.com or follow us on LinkedIn. 

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Degree in Engineering, Construction or similar with 10+ years of experience

• Prior experience in mega mixed use and residential projects as part of the PMC/Construction team is mandatory

• UAE (ideally Abu Dhabi) experience is mandatory

Beneficial qualifications:

• CSCS, SMSTS/SSSTS, Recognised safety programme, First Aid, Lifting Supervisor Certification, Traffic management, Institutional membership.

Responsibilities:

Performance: 

• Effective delivery of site-wide logistics through the procurement of a site-wide Logistics management contractor. Define and monitor that the scope of services is delivered satisfactorily through setting and monitoring of measurable goals and objectives around the following broad key enablers:

• Orderly, safe and efficiently movement of labour, plant, and materials around site.

• Planning the location of haul roads, laydown, external access and offloading zones to minimise obstruction and impacts to programme.

• Creation of a secure, well maintained site with regular (weekly) logistics meetings.

• Efficient and orderly management of any worker’s accommodation.

• Development of processes, procedures and induction programmes.

• Supply chain management, movement plans and lookahead forecasting.

• Ensuring logistics activities are not a constraining factor on the program

• Creating of site-specific safety manual, with appropriate first aid cover and equipment present

• Develop, maintain and update the Site Emergency Plan.

• Ensuring information is communicated effectively around the site.

• Planning for effective signage in line with corporate branding

• Efficient management of any special public access roads – access to show houses/sales pavilions etc.

• Provision of an effective security management system that ensures all the above is achievable.

Change Management: 

• Variations and adjustments to Logistics Contractors scope, review the requirements and assess the impacts. Monitor construction change management process via the Engineer.

Permitting:

• The Logistics Contractor’s acquisition of all necessary permits for smooth logistics operations.

Cost:

• Review completeness of established budgets and review cost plans. Ensure that work is re-measured and work is signed off in accordance with the contract.

Planning: 

• The monthly detailed graphical time slice showing plot and infrastructure activities and how logistics will support. Review weekly plans, confirm the activities are accurate and coordinated across stakeholders.

Risk:

• Review detailed risk register developed by logistics contractor and team coordinated with all site stakeholders, complete with implement mitigation plan.

Interface:

• Provide coordination across all programme consultants and stakeholders related to logistics works. Provide support to plots in terms of external access and influences that impact plot activities.

Communication: 

• Through regular meetings, highlight issues, concerns and roll out weekly directions to stakeholder’s team managers. Seek resolution to any issues with the respective plot, infrastructure or logistics teams or escalate with the proposed mitigation plan.

Reporting:

• Weekly issues through detailed logistics dashboards.

Assurance:

•  Submission of checklists of all logistics contractor self-audits (QA, Safety, Environmental, Welfare etc.) review and report on status.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

• Tax-free salary.

• Life insurance coverage.

• Medical insurance coverage.

• Paid Annual leave.

• Company gratuity scheme.

• Discretionary bonus program.

• Annual flight contribution.

• Transportation & housing allowances.

• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, as well as personal health, fitness, and nutrition consulting.

Your difference makes a difference. We care for our people and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where you can thrive and build a future you want to be a part of.

AtkinsRéalis is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforces. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction, or disablement. We oppose all forms of unlawful treatment and discrimination.

Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to a policy of treating all our employees and job applications equally.

We pursue this commitment by:

• Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented.

• Complying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practice.

• Ensuring that all existing employees, potential employees, colleagues, and customers are treated equally and with respect.

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