Thomas Harikantra
Waltham cross ,
Summary
Experienced logistics manager with a strong background in lifting operations supervision, specialising in logistics coordination and safety compliance. Proven track record of facilitating inductions, collaborating with subcontractors, and directing site lifting operations to optimise efficiency and safety. Adept at transportation cost analysis, process improvement, and team leadership, consistently delivering solutions within budgetary constraints. Career goal: to continue enhancing operational efficiencies and safety standards in logistics management roles.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Manager
JJ Rhatigan
Brent cross , plot 43B
02.2026 - Current
- Managed all aspects of site logistics, ensuring the safe and efficient movement of materials, plant, equipment and personnel throughout the project.
- Responsible for site set-up, including the planning and coordination of site facilities, access routes, delivery areas, storage areas and site infrastructure.
- Managed tower crane operations, coordinating crane requirements, deliveries, lifting activities and site logistics to ensure safe and efficient utilisation.
- Acted as Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) for the project, overseeing the planning, coordination and implementation of temporary works in accordance with project requirements and relevant procedures.
- Worked closely with site managers, engineers, subcontractors and suppliers to coordinate activities and resolve logistical issues.
- Planned and coordinated deliveries, vehicle movements, crane operations and material distribution to minimise disruption and maintain programme requirements.
- Assisted site managers with day-to-day project requirements, ensuring logistical support was provided to keep construction activities progressing efficiently.
- Coordinated temporary works activities, ensuring designs, approvals, inspections and implementation were appropriately managed.
- Maintained high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance across all logistics and temporary works activities.
Logistics Manager
JJ Rhatigan
walthamstow, Blackhorse road
05.2025 - 02.2026
- Managed day-to-day logistics operations, ensuring the efficient movement of materials, equipment and resources to support site activities.
- Coordinated deliveries, collections and transport requirements to ensure projects remained on schedule.
- Worked closely with site managers to understand operational requirements and provide logistical support to keep sites running efficiently.
- Assisted site managers with planning, coordination and resolving day-to-day logistical issues.
- Liaised with suppliers, subcontractors, drivers and internal teams to coordinate deliveries and minimise delays.
- Monitored stock, materials and equipment levels, ensuring resources were available when required.
- Maintained accurate records and ensured logistics activities were carried out safely and in line with company procedures.
- Helped identify and resolve logistical challenges, contributing to improved efficiency and smooth site operations.
logistics manger
JJ Rhatigan
Plot 25 , Brent Cross
10.2024 - 03.2025
- Facilitated inductions for new employees.
- Collaborated efficiently with subcontractors.
- Directed site lifting operations.
- Oversaw skip collections to ensure timely retrieval of waste materials.
- applies
- Delivered solutions to logistics problems while maintaining high levels of service within budgetary requirements.
Lifting Operations Supervisor
JJ Rhatigan
plot 25 , Brent cross
01.2024 - 10.2024
- Oversaw lifting operations for subcontractors.
- Collaborated with site team to optimise unloading and loading processes for deliveries.
- Kept track of work progress and maintained daily logs.
- Coordinated with project managers to plan lifts, determining appropriate crane setups for efficient task completion.
- Facilitated communication between site personnel and lifting teams to ensure smooth execution of operations.
- Oversaw maintenance schedules for crane machinery, liaising with technicians to address wear and tear proactively.
- Documented operational procedures and incident reports, contributing to continuous improvement in safety practices.
Lifting Operations Supervisor
JB structures
plot 25 , Brent cross
11.2023 - 01.2024
- Oversaw lifting operations during concrete frame construction to level 23.
- Kept track of work progress and maintained daily logs.
- Coordinated with project managers to plan lifts, determining appropriate crane setups for efficient task completion.
- Provided expert advice on crane capabilities, assisting project teams in optimising resource utilisation.
Lifting Operations Supervisor
JB Structures
hammersmith town hall, Hammersmith
06.2023 - 11.2023
- Oversaw all lifting operations.
- Met project demands and avoided delays by coordinating optimum crew levels and shifts.
- Completed pre-work assessments to identify potential safety or technical constraints.
- Monitored lifting operations to identify and rectify any procedural deviations promptly.
Lifting Operations Supervisor
henry construction Projects
plot 25 , Brent Cross
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Performed groundwork operations and assembled concrete frames up to level 2.
- managed logistics
- Kept track of work progress and maintained daily logs.
- Coordinated with project managers to plan lifts, determining appropriate crane setups for efficient task completion.
- Provided expert advice on crane capabilities, assisting project teams in optimising resource utilisation.
lifting operations supervisor
Henry construction Projects
Thornton park , Clapham common
08.2021 - 12.2022
- Managed delivery operations efficiently.
- Oversaw operations of four tower cranes.
- Managed coordination of extensive lifting teams and intricate lift operations.
- Kept track of work progress and maintained daily logs.
- Provided expert advice on crane capabilities, assisting project teams in optimising resource utilisation.
Lifting Operations Supervisor
Henry construction projects
Broadwick soho, broadwick street soho
12.2020 - 06.2021
- Collaborated with health and safety officers to implement improvements in lifting operation protocols.
- Kept track of work progress and maintained daily logs.
- Coordinated with project managers to plan lifts, determining appropriate crane setups for efficient task completion.
- Provided expert advice on crane capabilities, assisting project teams in optimising resource utilisation.
- Managed all lifting operations.
Lifting Operations Supervisor
Henry construction projects
one fox lane , palmers green
01.2020 - 11.2020
- Coordinated with project managers to plan lifts, determining appropriate crane setups for efficient task completion.
- Provided expert advice on crane capabilities, assisting project teams in optimising resource utilisation.
- Kept track of work progress and maintained daily logs.
- Collaborated with management, technical crew members and fellow supervisors to organise site operations and achieve project milestones without delays.
- Completed pre-work assessments to identify potential safety or technical constraints.
Lifting Operations Supervisor
Henry Construction projects
villers point , kingston
10.2019 - 12.2019
- Coordinated with project managers to plan lifts, determining appropriate crane setups for efficient task completion.
- Kept track of work progress and maintained daily logs.
- Provided expert advice on crane capabilities, assisting project teams in optimising resource utilisation.
- Directed lifting operations for a development of 12 timber frame houses.
Slinger Signaller
Henry construction projects
sugar house island , stratford
06.2017 - 10.2019
- Directed safe movement and placement of heavy loads using hand and radio signals.
- Monitored weather conditions and adjusted lifting operations to maintain safety.
- Managed operations across five tower cranes and various mobile cranes.
- Contributed to projects incorporating steel, concrete, and CLT timber structures.
Education
GCSEs -
enfield grammar school
2017
qualifications
Skills
- Transportation cost analysis
- Logistics coordination
- Negotiation and communication
- Team leadership
- Safety compliance
- Process improvement
Timeline
Logistics Manager
JJ Rhatigan
02.2026 - Current
Logistics Manager
JJ Rhatigan
05.2025 - 02.2026
logistics manger
JJ Rhatigan
10.2024 - 03.2025
Lifting Operations Supervisor
JJ Rhatigan
01.2024 - 10.2024
Lifting Operations Supervisor
JB structures
11.2023 - 01.2024
Lifting Operations Supervisor
JB Structures
06.2023 - 11.2023
Lifting Operations Supervisor
henry construction Projects
01.2023 - 06.2023
lifting operations supervisor
Henry construction Projects
08.2021 - 12.2022
Lifting Operations Supervisor
Henry construction projects
12.2020 - 06.2021
Lifting Operations Supervisor
Henry construction projects
01.2020 - 11.2020
Lifting Operations Supervisor
Henry Construction projects
10.2019 - 12.2019
Slinger Signaller
Henry construction projects
06.2017 - 10.2019
GCSEs -
enfield grammar school
qualifications