Job Description

Alma Personnel have been instructed by their Birmingham based logistics client to seek out an experienced Logistics and projects engineer coupled with operational skills to join their busy and growing team.

This role demands a high level of skill, planning techniques and project management skills, so this would be ideal for somebody who is a professional in their field looking to further their career in project cargo management or someone looking to kickstart their career having had exposure to the logistics industry either as a Graduate backed up with excellent qualifications in the this field looking to break into the industry

Playing a crucial role in planning, coordinating and execution of freight shipments across diverse industries in a timely manner, including oversized and overweight high value goods across the globe, whilst assessing any lifting gear and rigging machinery.

Liaise with structural engineers for oversized load calculations and any stability assessments.

Conduct feasibility studies and routing surveys for cargo movement.

You will be required to operate the internal project CAD software including analysis and asset tagging tools to manage your projects.

Liaise with shipping ports, terminals and other transport providers

Monitor cargo handling, including loading, securing, and discharge

Track project progress and provide regular updates to project managers

Manage project documentation, including permits and certifications

Act as primary point of contact for clients during the development and execution of each project

Conduct any site surveys as and when required

Key to building relations with suppliers, contractors and other service providers to enhance your future projects

Uphold ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards and management systems

Document incident reports with suppliers and request corrective actions.

Maintain quality management systems for continuous improvement.

Stay updated on industry regulations, best practices, and technology.

Skills and experience

• Engineering degree (Mechanical, Civil, or marine etc.)
• A high degree of IT literacy and strong software usage skills.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Happy to travel locally and overseas as and when required
• Full clean driving license
• Min 2 to 3 years experience in transport, logistics related industries
• A good knowledge of local and overseas shipping regs and procedures
• Use of CAD software would be a distinct advantage

This role will develop and as the scope and nature of the projects get bigger giving you valuable experience in project management and development of your personal goals

Plenty of opportunities to further enhance your skills with industry training courses and certifications across all sectors of logistics handling industries, with the opportunity to possibly work from overseas offices owed by the group

Working 37.5 hours per week Mon-Fri... given the huge responsibility that this role demands, some flexibility would be required to occasionally work outside of normal working hours including evenings as and when required, weekend cover and odd occasional off-site assignments

Excellent salary package is on offer to the right candidate, plus a discretionary bonus, 25 days hols + stats, pension, life insurance

If you feel you have the right skills and experience coupled with the right attitude and respect for this industry, then apply now stating why you feel you would be suitable for this position