Wood — a global leader in consulting, engineering, and operations for the energy and materials sectors, with 33,000 people across around 50 countries and part of the Sidara global partnership — is seeking an experienced and highly organized Logistics Coordinator for its ADNOC EPCM project in Abu Dhabi, UAE. In this critical project logistics role, you will plan, coordinate, and monitor all logistics activities for project materials, equipment, and international shipments — ensuring timely delivery, full compliance with ADNOC standards, UAE customs regulations, and international logistics requirements. With a minimum of 10 years of oil and gas or EPCM project logistics experience, SAP proficiency, and solid Incoterms and freight forwarding knowledge, this is one of Abu Dhabi’s most substantive and professionally rewarding project logistics opportunities in 2026.
About Wood Group — Global Energy Engineering & ADNOC Partner
Company: Wood — a global leader in consulting, engineering, and operations across the energy and materials sectors, supporting clients through the full asset lifecycle
Scale: 33,000 professionals in approximately 50 countries — at the leading edge of the energy industry, shaping professional and technical standards across oil, gas, and new energies
Sidara Partnership: Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara — a global partnership of leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies
ADNOC Focus: This role supports an ADNOC EPCM (Engineering, Procurement, Construction Management) project — experience working on ADNOC Gas or ADNOC projects is specifically preferred
Mission: Delivering safe, predictable project outcomes while enabling resilient energy operations and a lower-carbon future for generations to come
Why Join Wood Group as Logistics Coordinator in Abu Dhabi?
ADNOC Project Prestige: Support one of the UAE’s most strategically important energy project programmes — ADNOC EPCM experience is one of the most valuable credentials in GCC oil and gas logistics
Tax-Free UAE Income: Competitive, regularly reviewed compensation package in Abu Dhabi’s zero-income-tax environment — plus medical insurance, group life cover, and End of Service Gratuity
Global Connections: Join a network of 33,000 energy professionals across 50 countries — building professional relationships and technical knowledge at the very leading edge of the global energy industry
Energy Transition Academy: Access Wood’s dedicated knowledge community for existing and emerging energy systems — delivered by expert practitioners across the global organization
Position Overview
This Logistics Coordinator role at Wood in Abu Dhabi is a full-time, on-site EPCM project logistics position responsible for planning, coordinating, and monitoring all logistics activities relating to project materials, equipment, and international shipments for a major ADNOC project. You will develop and implement logistics plans aligned with project schedules; coordinate multi-modal freight arrangements (air, sea, and land) with freight forwarders, shipping lines, and customs brokers; prepare and review shipping documentation including commercial invoices, packing lists, and certificates of origin; ensure compliance with UAE customs regulations and ADNOC project standards; manage import and export permits and clearance processes; monitor inventory levels and coordinate material storage at site and warehouse; track all shipments for on-time delivery; and maintain logistics KPI reports and risk mitigation plans for project management. This role requires a minimum of 10 years of logistics experience in oil and gas, EPC, or EPCM project environments; a Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field; strong SAP and MS Office proficiency; solid Incoterms and freight forwarding knowledge; and UAE customs and port operations expertise.
Why This Role Matters: As Logistics Coordinator on Wood’s ADNOC EPCM project in Abu Dhabi, you are the operational backbone of the project’s material supply chain — your logistics plans, your freight arrangements, and your customs clearance discipline directly determine whether critical equipment and materials arrive on site on time, enabling construction to proceed and project milestones to be met, you support one of the most technically complex and commercially significant energy project programmes in the UAE — ADNOC EPCM work that contributes directly to the UAE’s energy security, its gas processing capacity, and its long-term position as a global energy leader, you build internationally recognized ADNOC project logistics credentials at one of the world’s most respected energy engineering companies — expertise that is consistently in demand across the GCC and globally in oil, gas, and LNG project logistics, and Wood’s genuine commitment to professional development, global connection, and energy transition learning ensures that every year with the company grows your professional value alongside your project delivery track record.
Key Responsibilities
Logistics Planning & Transportation Coordination
- Develop and implement comprehensive logistics plans fully aligned with the EPCM project schedule — ensuring material and equipment delivery timelines support construction milestones and project critical path requirements
- Coordinate transportation of project materials and equipment from vendors to project sites across local and international routes — managing the full logistics chain from vendor dispatch to site receipt
- Arrange multi-modal freight solutions — air, sea, and land — selecting and optimizing cost-effective shipping options that balance delivery speed, cost, and risk across the project’s diverse supply base
- Liaise closely with procurement, expediting, and construction teams to ensure logistics plans are integrated with procurement lead times and site construction readiness requirements
Freight Management & Shipping Documentation
- Manage relationships with freight forwarders, shipping lines, and customs brokers — ensuring contracted service providers deliver the performance, compliance, and cost efficiency that the project requires
- Prepare, review, and verify all shipping documents — including Commercial Invoices, Packing Lists, Certificates of Origin, Bills of Lading, and other documents required for UAE customs clearance and project traceability
- Track all shipments in transit — monitoring ETAs, vessel movements, customs clearance progress, and last-mile delivery status to ensure on-time arrival at project sites
- Resolve shipment delays, damages, shortages, or documentation discrepancies promptly and professionally — coordinating with forwarders, vendors, and project teams to implement corrective actions and protect project timelines
Customs Compliance & Import/Export Management
- Ensure full compliance with UAE customs regulations, ADNOC project import requirements, and applicable international trade regulations across all project shipments — maintaining zero tolerance for customs non-compliance
- Handle import and export permits, temporary import arrangements, and customs clearance processes — coordinating with customs brokers and UAE authorities to ensure smooth and timely cargo release
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of UAE customs procedures, port operations, and ADNOC-specific logistics requirements — proactively identifying and addressing compliance risks before they impact project delivery
- Ensure all logistics activities comply fully with ADNOC standards and HSE policies — maintaining the safety and regulatory integrity that ADNOC project operations demand across all logistics activities
Inventory Management, Reporting & Risk Mitigation
- Monitor inventory levels across site and warehouse locations — coordinating material storage, handling, preservation, and issuance in support of construction activities and project material management requirements
- Support the site team with material issuance, tracking, and inventory reconciliation — ensuring the project’s material management system accurately reflects physical stock and delivery status at all times
- Maintain comprehensive logistics reports, shipment status dashboards, and KPI tracking systems — providing regular, accurate updates to project management on logistics performance, risks, and upcoming delivery milestones
- Identify logistics risks proactively — developing and proposing practical, commercially sound mitigation plans that protect project schedule and budget from supply chain disruptions
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a closely related field
- Certification in Supply Chain or Logistics — such as CILT (Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport) or APICS — is a meaningful advantage and strongly preferred
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 10 years of logistics experience specifically in Oil & Gas, EPC, or EPCM project environments — ADNOC Gas or ADNOC project experience is specifically preferred and highly valued
- Demonstrated experience in large-scale gas processing, offshore, or onshore energy project logistics — managing the complexity of multi-vendor, multi-modal, international project supply chains
- Strong knowledge of international shipping, Incoterms, and UAE customs and port operations — including practical experience with UAE customs clearance, import/export permits, and ADNOC project logistics procedures
- Familiarity with EPCM project workflows, material management systems, and freight forwarding practices in oil and gas project environments
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in SAP ERP systems — preferred — and MS Office for logistics reporting, shipment tracking, KPI management, and project documentation
- Excellent coordination, stakeholder management, and communication skills — able to act as a focal point between project teams, logistics service providers, vendors, and suppliers effectively and professionally
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities — capable of managing logistics crises, resolving shipment issues, and protecting project schedules under time pressure
About Wood — Designing the Future, Transforming the World
Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering, and project management for the energy and materials sectors — with 33,000 professionals working in approximately 50 countries to support clients across the full asset lifecycle. Wood’s Oil, Gas & New Energies business is built on a strong legacy of delivering large and complex projects for national and international energy companies, combining experienced teams, a proven delivery model, and a well-earned reputation as the market-leading provider of integrated solutions for upstream, midstream, onshore, offshore, gas-to-liquids, decarbonization, and electrification markets. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara — a global partnership uniting the world’s leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. Visit www.woodgroup.com to learn more.
What Wood Offers
- Competitive Remuneration Package: Regularly reviewed to ensure market alignment — Wood rewards its professionals at the right level
- Medical Insurance: Inpatient and outpatient medical care coverage for employees requiring treatment
- Group Life & Personal Accident Insurance: Company-provided life assurance and personal accident protection
- End of Service Gratuity: In full compliance with UAE Labour Law — all employees are eligible for the End of Service benefit
- Employee Share Plan: Purchase Wood shares and receive a matching company contribution
- Long Service Award: Recognition at every 5-year service milestone — Wood values loyalty and long-term commitment
- Professional Development: Tailored development plans, access to the Energy Transition Academy, and global connections with leading energy professionals
- Global Network: Join 33,000 energy and engineering experts across 50 countries at the leading edge of the industry
Who Should Apply?
- Senior EPCM Logistics Coordinators: With 10+ years of oil and gas or EPC/EPCM project logistics experience and a strong track record of managing international supply chains for major energy projects
- ADNOC Project Veterans: With prior ADNOC Gas or ADNOC project logistics experience — understanding of ADNOC standards, logistics procedures, and project expectations is a significant advantage
- UAE Customs & Freight Specialists: With deep knowledge of UAE customs regulations, port operations, import/export compliance, and freight forwarding in an oil and gas project context
- SAP-Proficient Logistics Professionals: With hands-on SAP ERP experience for inventory tracking, shipment management, and project logistics reporting
- CILT / APICS Certified Candidates: With professional supply chain or logistics certifications who are ready to apply their credentials on one of Abu Dhabi’s most significant ongoing ADNOC energy projects
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