Logistics Officer

Job Overview

A confidential employer is recruiting a Logistics Officer to coordinate the movement of personnel, equipment, materials and supplies supporting oil and gas operations in Lagos, Nigeria.

The role covers transportation planning, crew mobilisation and demobilisation, shipment tracking, materials handling, travel arrangements and logistics reporting. The successful candidate will also work with vendors, transporters, freight forwarders and marine operators to support offshore and onshore operations.

Applicants must possess a B.Sc. or HND in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transport Management, Business Administration or a related field. They must also have between five and seven years of relevant logistics experience within the oil and gas industry.

Job Details

Purpose of the Role

The Logistics Officer will coordinate the resources and activities required to move employees, equipment and supplies safely and efficiently.

The role supports operational and project requirements across offshore and onshore activities. It requires careful planning, reliable documentation and regular communication with internal teams and external logistics providers.

The successful candidate will be expected to monitor delivery schedules, track shipments, maintain logistics records and resolve transportation or documentation problems that could affect operations.

Transportation and Personnel Movement

The Logistics Officer will:

• Coordinate the transportation of personnel, equipment, materials and supplies.
• Plan logistics activities according to project and operational requirements.
• Coordinate crew movements between designated locations.
• Arrange employee mobilisation and demobilisation.
• Support travel arrangements connected with project activities.
• Prepare transportation schedules and movement plans.
• Monitor movements to identify delays or operational difficulties.
• Resolve scheduling and transportation issues when they occur.

Materials and Shipment Coordination

Responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating the delivery, receipt, storage and dispatch of materials.
• Tracking shipments and monitoring their movement to operational locations.
• Following up with service providers to support timely delivery.
• Maintaining accurate records of equipment and material movements.
• Ensuring that required logistics documentation is prepared and retained.
• Coordinating with relevant personnel during receipt or dispatch activities.
• Identifying shipment, delivery or documentation problems and supporting their resolution.

Vendor and Service-Provider Coordination

The successful candidate will liaise with:

• Transport companies.
• Logistics vendors.
• Marine operators.
• Freight forwarders.
• Other logistics service providers.
• Internal operational and project teams.

The Logistics Officer will help ensure that each provider understands the agreed schedule and operational requirements. The position also involves monitoring service delivery and communicating problems to the appropriate stakeholders.

Offshore and Onshore Logistics Support

The role includes supporting offshore and onshore mobilisation when required.

Applicants with previous experience coordinating offshore or onshore operations may be better prepared for the position. However, the official source describes this experience as highly desirable, not as a mandatory qualification.

Candidates should therefore distinguish between their general oil and gas logistics experience and any specific offshore, onshore or marine logistics exposure.

Logistics Records and Reporting

The Logistics Officer will:

• Maintain records of vehicle movements.
• Document equipment and material movements.
• Record deliveries and dispatch activities.
• Prepare daily logistics reports.
• Compile weekly logistics reports.
• Prepare monthly summaries for relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain movement plans, schedules and supporting documentation.
• Provide accurate logistics information when required for audits or operational reviews.

Cost Monitoring and Operational Efficiency

The position involves monitoring logistics costs and contributing to cost-control activities.

This may include reviewing transportation or delivery activities, identifying preventable delays and providing information that supports better logistics planning. The official source does not specify a purchasing authority or independent budget-management responsibility, so these duties should not be added to the post.

HSE, Security and Logistics Compliance

The successful candidate must support compliance with:

• Company health, safety and environmental procedures.
• Security requirements.
• Logistics policies and procedures.
• Applicable Nigerian oil and gas logistics requirements.
• Approved transportation and materials-handling processes.

The role requires sufficient HSE awareness to identify logistics activities that may create operational or safety concerns and ensure they are managed through the appropriate company procedures.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must possess:

• A B.Sc. or HND in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transport Management, Business Administration or a related field.
• Between five and seven years of relevant logistics experience.
• Relevant experience within the oil and gas industry.
• Knowledge of Nigerian oil and gas logistics and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to use logistics or enterprise resource planning systems.

Preferred Experience

The following experience is highly desirable:

• Experience supporting offshore operations.
• Experience supporting onshore oil and gas operations.
• Crew-mobilisation experience.
• Project-logistics experience.
• Experience working with marine operators, freight forwarders or transportation providers.

These are desirable attributes and should not be presented as separate mandatory qualifications unless the employer later clarifies otherwise.

Core Competencies

Candidates should demonstrate capability in:

• Logistics and transportation management.
• Supply-chain coordination.
• Crew mobilisation.
• Vendor management.
• Inventory and materials handling.
• Operational planning and coordination.
• Logistics cost control.
• Documentation and reporting.
• HSE awareness.
• Problem-solving.
• Professional communication.

Who May Be Well Suited to This Position?

This opportunity may suit a logistics professional who has worked in an oil and gas environment and is comfortable coordinating several activities simultaneously.

A suitable candidate should be able to communicate with transporters, vendors, project teams and marine operators while maintaining accurate schedules and movement records. The position also requires the ability to respond to changes in delivery plans, personnel movements or operational priorities.

What to Highlight in Your Application

Applicants should make the following information easy to verify in their CV:

• Their B.Sc. or HND qualification.
• The dates and duration of their logistics positions.
• Evidence of five to seven years of relevant experience.
• Oil and gas companies or projects supported.
• Personnel and crew movements coordinated.
• Offshore or onshore mobilisation experience, where applicable.
• Materials, equipment or shipments handled.
• Transporters, vendors or freight forwarders coordinated.
• Logistics or ERP systems used.
• HSE and regulatory procedures followed.
• Logistics reports or movement schedules prepared.
• Examples of delays, delivery problems or cost issues they helped resolve.

Candidates should include only experience and achievements they can substantiate during recruitment.

Remuneration and Selection Process

The employer describes the remuneration package as competitive and mentions other benefits. However, the vacancy does not state a salary range or identify the individual benefits offered.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the closing date. Successful candidates will also be required to complete additional assessments. The vacancy does not specify the assessment format or number of selection stages.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should use the Apply for Job button to access the authorised recruitment platform.

Applications must be submitted by October 31, 2026. Applicants should ensure that their CV clearly demonstrates the required oil and gas logistics experience.

Do not pay an individual or third party to submit, process or guarantee your application.