Senior Logistics Coordinator

Senior Logistics Coordinator

Job Specification:

Job Purpose:

• The position is responsible for all Logistics activities pertaining to the scope of NFS Onshore from movement of materials and equipment to directing preparation of transport and logistics policies, procedures and manuals to ensure that activities in support of project operations are consistent and in-line with QG and RLIC logistics policies.

• The position shall interact daily with Logistics Division Manager and Procurement personnel (EPC and Pioneer Camp) and counterparts from the EPC Contractors’ Procurement and Logistics departments.

• The position includes a close coordination and interaction with Port Authorities at Ras Laffan Port, Hamad Marine Port, Mesaieed Marine Port, Hamad International Airport and Road Transport Authorities.

• The position includes a close coordination and interaction with the NFS Onshore Project Head of Planning and Planning and Scheduling Specialist(s) in order to keep control on the schedule and key Project and Progress Milestones.

• Responsible for supporting the EPC Contractors in logistic movements onshore within Ras Laffan City for personnel and material movements and logistics required to support construction camp operations.

Key Job Accountabilities

• Responsible for overseeing all aspects of supply chain management. Ensures compliance to all relevant safety, health and environmental procedures and policies to promote a safe work environment.

• Reviewing purchase order and shipping documents to ensure accuracy. Making special shipping arrangements as necessary.

• Develops and maintains relationships with Qatari and 3rd Party transportation authorities to keep aware of and enable utilization of new transportation techniques and systems, and assure effective handling of shipping, including the aspects of customs, export / import matters and foreign government regulations.

• Coordinating with  NFS Onshore Project Management team  and the EPC Contractors’ organizations to ensure project requirements related to logistics are implemented and sustained. 

• Works with the EPC Contractors to identify and implement transportation techniques for the purpose of moving project materials and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

• Maintain a database to monitor logistic trends and up to date information regarding freight market (cargo vessel availability, crew availability and vessel berth plus rates).

• Provides advice and support to PMT and EPC Contractors on their long-term logistic strategy and programs including personnel movement in RLIC.

• Prepare logistic analysis reports which contain information and recommendations on project site conditions, transportation modes, legal requirements, customs material handling, and shipping rates. Communicates information to all concerned parties

• Maintains contact with Traffic & Logistics (T&L) industry sources and information resources to remain informed of industry trends, tools and best practices.

• Maintains contacts with government regulatory agency personnel as necessary to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.

Person Specification – Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science/ Commerce or equivalent

• Minimum of fifteen (10) years in Project Execution, with a strong background in Logistics, Transportation, Procurement, and management of large Logistics activities.

• Knowledge of and proficiency in the techniques of identifying, analyzing, and resolving transportation and logistics problems.

• Demonstrates sound written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate at all organizational levels, in particular when at Site.

• Experience with major and first tier EPC Contractors, Sub-contractors and Vendors involved in the oil and gas industry.

• Demonstrate ability and sensitivity to work with people from a variety of cultural backgrounds.

• Experience with large complex projects