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Logistics Operations Capacity Lead

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Role: Logistics Operations Capacity Lead - Hinkley Point C
Position: Contract
Location: HPC Locations - Bridgwater, Somerset
Duration: Ongoing Contract
Pay: £412 p/d PAYE + 36 days annual leave // £560 p/d Umbrella

Join One of the UK's Most Ambitious Energy Infrastructure Projects

At Rullion, we're proud to be working in partnership with the UK's largest low-carbon infrastructure programme - Hinkley Point C. This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to be part of a project that will power over six million homes with clean energy, transform the UK energy landscape, and create thousands of high-value engineering and logistics careers.
We're now seeking an experienced Logistics Operations Capacity Lead to support this landmark project by overseeing off-site logistics capacity - ensuring the right materials are in the right place at the right time for a safe, successful build.

The Role
As the Logistics Operations Capacity Lead, you'll:

  • Own and manage the integration of warehouse capacity data from third-party logistics (3PL) providers into the overall logistics plan.
  • Consolidate warehouse capacity and inventory updates to identify risks, constraints, and actionable mitigations.
  • Collaborate with Planning, Construction Logistics, and Site Operations to forecast and align logistics needs with the project's 12-month rolling plan.
  • Assess and review 3PL performance using operational data to support continuous improvement.
  • Monitor and escalate capacity issues, track mitigation progress, and support the Senior Logistics Planning Manager with high-quality data and insights.
  • Contribute to performance governance forums, support weekly pulse meetings, and feed into broader Logistics KPIs.
  • Help ensure logistics planning aligns with the project's safety-first, zero-carbon, on-time delivery objectives.

    Who we're looking for
    We're seeking a highly capable and detail-driven logistics professional with:
  • 5+ years' experience in Logistics or Supply Chain Planning - preferably within nuclear, infrastructure, engineering, aerospace, or other regulated sectors.
  • Proven ability to manage data from 3PL systems and warehouse operations, with a focus on capacity and inventory planning.
  • Experience interpreting logistics KPIs, analysing constraints, and proposing tactical solutions.
  • Excellent communication skills - able to liaise confidently across internal stakeholders, 3PLs, construction, and operations.
  • Strong organisational, analytical, and decision-making abilities.

    Tools
  • WMS & inventory/capacity tracking systems
  • Power BI, Excel, MS Office
  • Primavera P6 (desirable)
  • Logistics or supply chain planning software

    What's in It for You
  • Be Part of History: Work on the UK's first new nuclear power station in a generation.
  • Scale & Impact: Over 22,000 workers contributing to a £36 billion project that supports 70,000+ UK jobs.
  • Net Zero Future: Contribute to a project essential to Britain's low-carbon energy transformation.
  • Career Development: Work in a multi-disciplinary environment with exposure to high-level planning and world-class logistics operations.

    Application Information:
    If this sounds of interest, please APPLY NOW with your CV and a cover letter highlighting your suitability for this exciting role.

    Good Luck!

    This vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd acting as an employment business.
    Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.
    Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base, from small start-ups to large household names.
    We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

    Thanks
    Rullion

    Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants

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