Logistics Specialist

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Wood is seeking a

Logistics Specialist

to join our project team supporting Ma’aden’s strategic gold mine and processing facility in Saudi Arabia. This is a long‑term site‑based role, with an initial assignment in either our Riyadh or Al‑Khobar office prior to mobilization. The successful candidate will support all logistics and procurement coordination activities to ensure timely, efficient, and compliant movement of equipment and materials to the site.

Responsibilities

Support the review and execution of EPCM Contractor’s logistics plans in alignment with procurement and project schedules.

Coordinate the movement of materials, equipment, and supplies between vendors, ports, and project sites.

Monitor shipping documentation, import / export compliance, and customs clearance processes to ensure timely delivery.

Liaise with procurement, engineering, and construction teams to ensure logistics activities are integrated into project deliverables.

Track and manage long‑lead items and equipment, ensuring alignment with the overall project schedule.

Support vendor inspection, expediting, and factory acceptance testing (FAT) logistics arrangements.

Maintain accurate records of shipments, delivery milestones, and logistics reports for management review.

Proactively identify and resolve logistics‑related issues, delays, or non‑conformances.

Ensure adherence to all company and client safety, quality, and compliance standards in all logistics operations.

What we can offer

Medical Insurance

• Ensures specialist care is available to you and eligible family members residing in country. Pre‑existing medical conditions are covered. No limit on number of children covered under the policy however age and coverage limits apply in line with KSA CCHI rules. Option to select higher medical cover payable at employees own expense.

Employee Assistance Programme

GOSI (Social Insurance)

End of Service Gratuity

Examination Leave

Professional Memberships

Inspire Awards

Long Service Award

Career Development Champions

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.

Minimum 6–10 years of experience in logistics or supply chain management within large‑scale industrial, mining, or oil & gas projects.

Proven experience coordinating logistics for EPC / EPCM projects in Saudi Arabia or the GCC region.

Strong understanding of customs clearance procedures, international shipping, and vendor management.

Experience with materials tracking systems and project logistics documentation.

Excellent communication and coordination skills, with the ability to interface across multidisciplinary teams.

Previous experience working on Ma’aden or similar mining projects is an advantage.

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. Statement We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non‑exhaustive list) : race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

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