Transportation Administrators

Wood


Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Abu Dhabi
Contract type: Full time
Job Description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

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 across the globe. We have experienced teams, a proven delivery model and a strong reputation.

We are the market-leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions that challenge the status-quo in the oil and gas upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids and decarbonization and electrification markets. We pride ourselves in steady and predictable delivery, setting our sights on an exciting growth trajectory. 

Energy security, transition and supply have never been more important. You, our enabling teams, are at the very forefront of transformative projects that are providing sustainable power to generations to come. We are the ones to bring low-carbon concepts to reality.

What We Can Offer

  • Meaningful and interesting projects: Delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector
  • Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business 
  • Competitive renumeration package: With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market 
  • Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient, and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment
  • Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: The company provides Life Assurance cover
  • End of Service Gratuity: In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit
  • The Employee Share Plan: Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company
  • Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years’ services of our employees at 5 - year service milestones
  • Commitment to continued professional development: Development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests 
  • Global connections: Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession 
  • Energy Transition Academy: Join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems – delivered by experts in their field

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate and monitor all site-related transportation requirements, including crew movement, equipment logistics, and material deliveries.
  • Maintain up-to-date transport schedules, ensuring vehicles are dispatched efficiently and in compliance with HSE protocols.
  • Liaise with transport contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely and cost-effective service delivery.
  • Manage vehicle documentation, driver assignments, route planning, and special permit applications as needed.
  • Track and report on transport KPIs such as fuel usage, on-time arrivals, and downtime.
  • Support emergency transportation needs, ensuring readiness and availability of vehicles for HSE or operational incidents.
  • Ensure compliance with all transportation safety, legal, and environmental regulations.

Qualifications

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected

  • Minimum 5–8 years of experience in site-based transportation coordination within oil & gas, construction, or heavy industrial environments.
  • Strong knowledge of vehicle fleet management, route planning, and transport safety regulations.
  • Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Familiarity with regional transport laws and permitting, especially for heavy equipment and hazardous materials.
  • Proficiency in PowerPoint and Adobe Creative Suite
  • Strong attention to detail and creativity
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • Proficiency in transport tracking tools, spreadsheets, and reporting systems (e.g., GPS fleet software, ERP transport modules).

About Us

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. www.woodplc.com

Diversity 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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