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Job title
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Logistics & Materials Engineer
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Grade
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Stream
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Upstream – E&P
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Function
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Well Delivery Department – Operated Asset
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Location
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Oman – Muscat
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Budget control
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*OPEX and/or CAPEX and/or Revenue amount as relevant*
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Reporting to
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Well Delivery Support Manager
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Direct Reports
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Job purpose
The Materials & Logistics Engineer is responsible for planning, coordinating, and controlling materials and logistics activities to ensure that all required materials are available on time, meet technical and quality requirements, and support project schedules. The role supports drilling, workover, and well intervention operations by working closely with engineering, procurement, vendors, logistics providers, and site teams to ensure smooth project execution.
The position will act in accordance with the Group’s Mission, Vision, Values & Strategies, as well as, policies, guidelines and international standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, HSE standards, Omani’s government & other legal justifications, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives.
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Main tasks and responsibilities
- Review material requisitions and technical specifications to ensure compliance with company and project standards.
- Coordinate with drilling and engineering teams to address technical queries, material substitutions, and deviations.
- Ensure materials are procured, stored, and handled according to approved specifications, procedures, and industry standards.
- Maintain accurate material traceability, certifications, and documentation throughout the supply chain.
- Support the technical evaluation of vendors and materials when required.
- Review scopes of work related to materials, inspection, transportation, and quality control to ensure alignment with oil and gas industry best practices.
- Coordinate material receiving, inspection, storage, preservation, and issuance activities.
- Plan and manage inbound and outbound logistics, including transportation, shipping, and customs clearance, in line with OPAL standards.
- Ensure timely delivery of materials to warehouses, yards, and project sites according to project schedules.
- Monitor inventory levels and support stock optimization to prevent shortages or excess materials.
- Ensure proper identification, tagging, and preservation of materials to avoid damage or deterioration.
- Support periodic inventory audits and reconciliation processes.
- Interface with procurement, contracts, QA/QC, drilling, construction, and operations teams.
- Prepare and provide materials and logistics status reports to project management.
- Support expediting activities to ensure vendors and logistics providers meet agreed milestones.
- Participate in project planning and coordination meetings related to materials and logistics.
- Coordinate with well delivery team members to identify critical materials that must be prioritized for transportation.
- Ensure all activities comply with company supply chain policies, HSSE requirements, and quality management systems.
- Identify opportunities to improve logistics efficiency, material handling processes, and cost effectiveness.
- Ensure hazardous and non-hazardous materials are correctly labeled, packaged, and returned to base in accordance with environmental regulations.
- Contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Use materials management and inventory systems to track material orders, consumption, and stock levels in real time.
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Key interactions
Internal: Upstream
External:
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Notable Working Conditions. Office environment, intensive computer screen use, sporadic visits to operation site, traveling, when possible and needed.
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Education requirements
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Minimum qualification is a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
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Language
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Excellent knowledge of written, read, and spoken English (required)
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Background and experience
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Competencies and skills
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- 5+ years relevant experience in similar role
- Understanding of materials management and drilling procedures.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft, Excel, Power Point, Word and materials/logistics management software
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Soft:
Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
Able to lead discussions credibly and effectively negotiate resolutions.
Previous experience working with a diversified workforce, with good people skills
Highly organized, detail-oriented and able to work independently.
Strong Communication skills and coordination skills (including verbal and written).
Analytical and problem solving skills.
Technical:
- Very good knowledge in using material management software.
- Excellent business and technical report writing skills
- Deep working understanding of material management and operations
- Planning and Reporting skills.
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