ODC Specialist - Oil & Gas Logistics

About the role

The ODC Specialist plans, coordinates and monitors all logistics activities for project materials, equipment and shipments on an EPCM project. The role ensures timely delivery, compliance with project specifications and adherence to ADNOC standards and international logistics regulations. The position is based in the UAE.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement logistics plans aligned with EPCM project schedules
• Coordinate transportation of materials from vendors to site (local and international)
• Liaise with procurement, expediting and construction teams to ensure timely delivery
• Arrange air, sea and land freight and optimise cost-effective shipping solutions
• Manage freight forwarders, shipping lines and customs brokers; track shipments and resolve delays, damages or discrepancies
• Prepare and review shipping documents (commercial invoice, packing list, COO, etc.) and handle import/export permits and clearance
• Ensure compliance with UAE customs regulations, ADNOC standards and HSE policies
• Monitor inventory levels, coordinate material storage and support the site team with material issuance and tracking
• Maintain documentation, audit trails, logistics reports, shipment status updates and KPI tracking, and propose risk mitigation plans

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration or a related field
• Minimum 15 years of logistics experience in Oil & Gas / EPC / EPCM projects
• Experience on ADNOC Gas or ADNOC projects preferred
• Knowledge of UAE customs and port operations
• Experience in large-scale gas processing or offshore/onshore projects
• Certification in Supply Chain / Logistics (e.g. CILT, APICS) is a plus

Required skills

• International shipping, Incoterms and customs procedures
• EPCM project workflows and material management systems
• Freight forwarding and ERP systems (SAP preferred); MS Office
• Communication, stakeholder management, problem solving and decision making

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration with regular reviews
• Medical insurance, group life and personal accident insurance
• End of service gratuity under UAE Labor Law
• Employee share plan and long service awards at 5-year milestones
• Tailored development plans, access to experts worldwide and the Energy Transition Academy