Start Date: 11th May 2026 Duration: Until end of October 2026 (Project Go-Live September + operational support) Rate: Negotiable
Project Overview
Approach Personnel are recruiting for a Contract Project Manager to oversee the conversion of a live warehouse facilitiy, designed to store large cases and pre-sort upstream of core Fulfilment Centres.
This is a technically driven project involving:
Storage racking installation
Mechanical Handling Equipment (MHE) including conveyance, sortation & vision systems
Waste systems
PLC-based automation integrated with Amazon warehouse management systems
Project Phases
Supervision of racking and MHE installation within a live construction environment
Testing and commissioning of MHE systems to thecompany standards (safety, functionality, throughput)
Handover to operations and maintenance teams
The Role
This is a senior-level, autonomous position reporting to a remote EU-based Programme Manager.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading all onsite works from initial access through to Go-Live
Coordinating racking and MHE suppliers alongside construction teams
Ensuring compliance with UK CDM regulations and reviewing RAMS
Supporting commissioning and leading full system testing
Fault finding, snagging, and resolving technical issues
Monitoring programme progress, managing critical path, and ensuring timely delivery
Producing regular project reports and updates
Coordinating additional support from other sites during peak phases
Requirements
Engineering or technical degree (or equivalent experience)
Strong knowledge of UK CDM regulations and CE machine directive compliance
Proven experience in large-scale MHE or process line installations
Experience with mechanical systems, controls, and fault finding
Ability to manage stakeholders across multiple levels
Previous Amazon project experience (desirable)
CSCS card (desirable)
Why Apply?
High-profile project
End-to-end delivery responsibility
Technically complex and rewarding role
Opportunity to work on advanced automation and logistics systems
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