Logistics Coordinator at Rig Site

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily logistics activities for the onshore rig site and associated project locations.
• Plan and coordinate transportation of equipment, materials, spare parts, chemicals, consumables, and other cargo to and from the rig site.
• Coordinate personnel movements, including crew changes, mobilization, demobilization, airport transfers, accommodation, and site transportation.
• Prepare and maintain daily logistics plans, movement schedules, delivery schedules, and transportation requirements.
• Liaise with transport contractors, suppliers, freight forwarders, customs representatives, and service companies.
• Monitor the status of critical shipments and ensure materials arrive at the rig site according to operational requirements.
• Coordinate loading, unloading, lifting, and transportation activities in accordance with approved procedures and HSE requirements.
• Ensure appropriate documentation is available for all cargo movements, including delivery notes, packing lists, manifests, permits, and transportation documents.
• Coordinate with the warehouse team to maintain accurate records of incoming and outgoing materials.
• Track urgent and critical spare parts required to avoid operational delays or rig downtime.
• Support customs clearance and import/export activities in coordination with the relevant project and customs teams.
• Coordinate transportation of oversized, heavy, or specialized equipment in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Monitor transport contractor performance, vehicle availability, driver qualifications, and compliance with site requirements.
• Ensure transportation activities comply with company HSE standards, road-transport requirements, and applicable Algerian regulations.
• Maintain accurate logistics records, reports, trackers, and documentation.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly logistics reports for management.
• Communicate logistics constraints, delays, incidents, and operational risks to the appropriate management personnel.
• Support emergency logistics requirements and contingency transportation arrangements when required.
• Coordinate with the rig team to understand upcoming operational requirements and plan logistics accordingly.
• Participate in logistics meetings, operational planning meetings, and coordination meetings with contractors and service providers.
• Identify opportunities to improve logistics efficiency, reduce delays, and control transportation costs.
• Ensure all logistics activities are carried out in accordance with company policies, project procedures, and HSE requirements.

Rig-Site Coordination

The Logistics Coordinator will be expected to maintain close communication with the rig-site team and understand the operational priorities of the drilling campaign. Particular attention shall be given to:

• Critical drilling equipment and spare parts.
• Rig consumables and operational materials.
• Well-service and third-party equipment.
• Fuel, water, and other essential supplies.
• Crew changes and personnel transportation.
• Emergency and breakdown-related shipments.
• Backload and return of equipment/materials from the rig site.
• Coordination of supply runs and scheduled deliveries.

HSE Responsibilities

• Promote a strong safety culture across all logistics activities.
• Ensure transportation and cargo movements are performed in accordance with approved HSE procedures.
• Verify that vehicles and transport equipment meet project requirements before mobilization.
• Ensure drivers and transport contractors comply with journey-management requirements.
• Report and follow up on logistics-related incidents, near misses, unsafe conditions, and non-conformities.
• Participate in toolbox talks, risk assessments, and logistics safety meetings as required.
• Stop or escalate any logistics activity that presents an unacceptable safety or environmental risk.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree, diploma, or equivalent qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Transport Management, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of logistics experience, preferably within the oil & gas, drilling, construction, or energy sector.
• Previous experience supporting onshore drilling rigs or remote oilfield operations is highly desirable.
• Experience coordinating transportation, cargo movements, personnel movements, warehousing, and material deliveries.
• Knowledge of logistics documentation, freight forwarding, customs processes, and transportation requirements.
• Experience working with contractors, suppliers, and third-party service companies.
• Good understanding of HSE requirements related to transportation and rig-site logistics.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.
• Knowledge of logistics or ERP systems is an advantage.
• Fluent French and good English are preferred; Arabic is an advantage.

Working Conditions

• Based at an onshore drilling rig site in Algeria, potentially in a remote location.
• Rotation-based work schedule may apply depending on project requirements.
• The position may require extended working hours during critical operations, mobilizations, emergencies, or high-activity periods.
• Frequent coordination with personnel working at the rig site, logistics base, warehouse, suppliers, transport contractors, and project offices.

Key Competencies

• Logistics planning and coordination
• Transportation management
• Rig-site logistics
• Supply chain coordination
• Cargo and material management
• Personnel movement coordination
• Contractor management
• Documentation and reporting
• Problem solving and decision making
• Communication and teamwork
• HSE awareness
• Time management and prioritization
• Ability to work effectively in remote and multicultural environments

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timely delivery of critical materials and equipment.
• Reduction of logistics-related operational delays.
• Effective utilization of transportation resources.
• Compliance with HSE and company logistics procedures.
• Accuracy and completeness of logistics documentation.
• Effective management of personnel and cargo movements.
• Contractor and transport performance.
• Timely submission of logistics reports.
• Control of logistics-related costs.