Logistics Manager
Location: Helsinki, Finland
Work Model: On-site | Full-time
Company Overview
Our client is Europe's leading dedicated data centre delivery partner, providing full turnkey solutions spanning design, construction, and commissioning. Headquartered in Dublin, our client delivers critical infrastructure projects across Europe and has established itself as the most trusted name in the sector.
Role Overview
A Logistics Manager is required to join our client's project team on a site-based basis in Helsinki, reporting directly to the Project Director. In this key role, you will oversee and coordinate all site logistics and material movements to guarantee efficient, safe, and timely project execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Compound & Storage Management: Direct the site compound and designated storage zones to optimise operational space, efficiency, and safety.
- Delivery Booking & Coordination: Oversee the scheduling and movement of material deliveries to and from the site using delivery booking systems (e.g., Datascope).
- Sub-contractor Liaison: Partner with sub-contractors during pre-start and progress meetings to communicate delivery schedules, access routes, and storage constraints.
- Traffic & Load Management: Oversee site traffic flow and enforce loading/unloading within designated zones to keep site access roads clear.
- Just-In-Time Operations: Drive a "just-in-time" delivery approach across all trades to minimise site congestion and streamline site operations.
- Team Leadership: Lead and supervise logistics operatives, maintaining strict compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
- Reporting & Tracking: Maintain accurate logs of labour allocation, delivery tracking, and logistics progress reports for senior leadership.
Skills & Qualifications
- Education & Background: A third-level qualification in an engineering or construction discipline is desirable, though a strong trade background with 3+ years in a similar role will be considered.
- Experience: Ideally 2+ years of experience in logistics or materials management on large-scale construction projects.
- Technical Knowledge: Strong practical understanding of load management, storage allocation, materials handling, and traffic management.
- Systems & Tools: Prior experience using Datascope or similar delivery management platforms is advantageous.
- Core Competencies: Proven team leadership, excellent organizational control, clear communication, and a strong commitment to site safety standards.
What Our Client Offers
- The opportunity to work with a market leader delivering critical data centre infrastructure across Europe.
- Long-term career progression and supported professional development.
- Highly competitive salary package.
Our client is an equal opportunities employer.
