Senior Expeditor
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About This Role
Job Description
Wood is currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Expeditor to join out UAE business unit, as part of our Engineering team within our Oil, Gas & New Energies business based in Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Due to the nature of the projects and client expectation, the position will be full time office based at our Engineering Center in Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Responsibilities
Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.
Wood is currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Expeditor to join out UAE business unit, as part of our Engineering team within our Oil, Gas & New Energies business based in Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Due to the nature of the projects and client expectation, the position will be full time office based at our Engineering Center in Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
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The Role
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Expeditor to join our UAE Business Unit.
Our Clients and Projects
Designing the future.
Transforming the world.
This Project aims to take over the existing asset and maximize the production in 2 phases.
This is a fast-track project and schedule-oriented Design to enhance the production.
The Phase 1 will restore, upgrade, and develop the current plant (CPF1) including: Restoration of initial CPF1 capacity; building a new export pipeline (24”, \~30km); restoration of CPF1 integrity and operability; flaring elimination and released water; development of new flowlines, pads, and electrification network for approximately 30 new wells; debottlenecking of the plant; upgrade of the Safety and Security facilities.
Our scope is to provide Engineering, Procurement services and Construction assistance (EPsCa) for the initial development phase of the field in Southern Iraq.
The scope of services includes FEED, detailed design, procurement support, and construction and commissioning assistance.
What We Can Offer
- Meaningful and interesting projects Delivered to high profile clients and complex projects in Iraq
- Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
- Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
- 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
- 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
- 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
Expediting & Supplier Management
- Monitor and track all purchase orders from order placement through delivery, ensuring adherence to project schedules and contractual obligations.
- Conduct proactive expediting via supplier visits, calls, and progress reporting to identify potential delays or issues.
- Review supplier production schedules, fabrication progress, inspection/testing plans, and shipping arrangements.
- Escalate critical delays and work with suppliers to develop and implement recovery plans.
- Ensure vendor documents (drawings, data sheets, test reports, QA/QC documentation) are submitted and approved per project requirements.
Project Coordination
- Collaborate with Procurement, Engineering, and Construction teams to align material readiness with project milestones.
- Attend project progress meetings and provide accurate expediting status updates and risk assessments.
- Coordinate with logistics to confirm packing, transportation, customs documentation, and delivery sequencing.
Documentation & Reporting
- Maintain accurate expediting logs, vendor progress reports, fabrication status charts, and delivery forecasts.
- Prepare weekly/monthly expediting reports for project management.
- Track and ensure closure of all non-conformances related to supplier performance or documentation.
Schedule & Risk Management
- Identify schedule threats early and propose mitigation strategies.
- Support development and maintenance of procurement schedules and material tracking tools.
- Participate in vendor kick-off meetings and pre-inspection meetings to ensure schedule requirements are clearly communicated.
Quality & Compliance
- Verify supplier adherence to contractual, technical, and quality requirements.
- Interface with QA/QC inspectors to coordinate inspections, witness points, and release activities.
- Ensure compliance with EPCM procedures, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
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 dont 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.
Qualifications & Experience
- Diploma or degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field.
- 7–12+ years expediting experience, preferably in EPCM, oil & gas, mining, power, infrastructure, or heavy industrial projects.
- Strong understanding of procurement, engineering workflows, and fabrication processes.
- Knowledge of international logistics, Incoterms, and export/import requirements.
- Proficiency in project management tools, ERP systems, and material tracking software.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
Key Competencies
- Strong vendor management & negotiation
- Schedule-driven, proactive, and detail-oriented
- Ability to read engineering drawings and technical documentation
- High sense of urgency and accountability
- Strong analytical and reporting skills
- Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced multi-project environments
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.
Job Details
Role Level: Entry-Level Work Type: Full-Time Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai Company Website: http://www.woodplc.com Job Function: Management Company Industry/
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