Logistics Foreman

The Logistics Foreman coordinates the movement, storage, and delivery of materials, equipment, and supplies across construction sites in Dubai. This hands-on role helps keep work progressing safely and on schedule by supervising logistics staff, coordinating with site teams and suppliers, and maintaining accurate inventory and delivery records.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate the receipt, storage, handling, and distribution of materials and equipment at construction sites. - Supervise logistics personnel, assign daily tasks, and monitor work quality and productivity. - Coordinate delivery schedules with suppliers, transport providers, procurement teams, and site managers. - Check incoming materials against purchase orders and delivery documentation; report shortages, damage, or discrepancies. - Maintain organized, secure storage areas and accurate stock, movement, and delivery records. - Ensure materials and equipment are available when required, while minimizing delays, waste, and unnecessary handling. - Monitor the condition and availability of vehicles, lifting equipment, and other logistics resources; arrange servicing or repairs as needed. - Apply site safety procedures and UAE requirements for material handling, traffic management, loading, and unloading. - Conduct routine inspections and inventory checks, and promptly escalate logistical issues to project management. - Coordinate with construction teams to respond to changing site priorities and delivery requirements. - Experience in construction logistics, materials coordination, or a similar supervisory role; experience in the UAE or Gulf region is an advantage. - Practical knowledge of construction materials, site storage, delivery coordination, and inventory control. - Previous experience supervising logistics or warehouse teams and coordinating with subcontractors, suppliers, and site personnel. - Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced site environment. - Comfortable maintaining inventory records and using spreadsheets or basic inventory-management systems. - Good understanding of construction-site health and safety practices and safe material-handling procedures. - Able to identify problems quickly and take a practical, solutions-focused approach. - Physically capable of working in an active construction-site environment and conducting site inspections. - Fluent in English; Arabic or other languages commonly used on UAE construction sites is an advantage. - Relevant vocational training, a logistics or supply-chain qualification, or a valid UAE driving licence is an advantage.