Material & Logistics Coordinator – Infrastructure

Coordinate material requirements, deliveries, transportation and site logistics for infrastructure construction. The position works with procurement, project management, site engineers, storekeepers, suppliers and subcontractors to make sure materials reach the correct locations in time to support uninterrupted site activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect and track material requests and align delivery plans with construction schedules.
• Coordinate suppliers, transport providers, site teams and storekeepers on delivery dates and quantities.
• Monitor material movement, receipts, shortages, damaged items and delivery discrepancies.
• Maintain logistics records, delivery notes, material registers and supporting documentation.
• Escalate risks relating to delays, unavailable materials, transport or storage.
• Coordinate with procurement and site teams to resolve issues and improve material flow.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Experience in material coordination, logistics or construction-site support.
• Understanding of materials delivery, receiving records and construction schedules.
• Ability to coordinate several suppliers and site requirements at the same time.
• Strong organisation, communication and record-keeping skills.

Skills

• Material planning and tracking
• Supplier and transport coordination
• Inventory and delivery documentation
• Problem-solving and follow-up

Role Focus

Effective logistics help prevent work stoppages and reduce avoidable site congestion or excess inventory. The coordinator should keep delivery information current, communicate changes early and work with site teams to prioritise materials according to actual construction needs.

Across the role, clear communication, accurate information and timely follow-up help maintain dependable work standards. The successful candidate should follow applicable procedures, keep stakeholders informed, handle records or resources responsibly, and raise questions or risks early so that work can progress with fewer avoidable delays.

This work also involves maintaining professional standards, adapting to changing priorities and cooperating with colleagues when new information affects plans. Regular progress updates and complete documentation make it easier to review outcomes, solve problems and maintain continuity between teams and work stages.