Site Materials Lead

The Role This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Site Materials Lead with a proven track record in Materials Management for the successful execution of projects and alignment with company goals for a high-profile client. 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 remuneration 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 The key objectives for this role are: The Site Materials Lead will be responsible for leading and coordinating all site-based materials management activities for a multi-billion-dollar Engineering, Procurement and Construction Management (EPCM) project in Habshan, Abu Dhabi. The role is critical to ensuring that all construction materials, equipment, bulk commodities, and project-supplied items are received, inspected, stored, preserved, controlled, and issued to construction teams in accordance with project specifications, construction priorities, approved procedures, and the overall project schedule. Working closely with Engineering, Procurement, Expediting, Logistics, Quality, Construction, Planning, and project subcontractors, the Site Materials Lead will establish and maintain an integrated site materials management system that supports safe, efficient, and uninterrupted construction execution. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership in managing complex materials operations on large-scale oil and gas, energy, or industrial EPC/EPCM projects, with a proven ability to drive material availability, inventory accuracy, traceability, preservation, and construction readiness across multiple disciplines and work fronts.

Skills And 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. Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Materials Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related discipline. Typically 15+ years of relevant experience in materials management, warehouse operations, logistics, or construction supply chain management, including substantial experience on major EPC/EPCM projects. Demonstrated experience in a site-based materials leadership role on large-scale oil and gas, gas processing, petrochemical, energy, or industrial infrastructure projects. Experience supporting projects with complex construction interfaces, multiple contractors, high-volume bulk materials, long-lead equipment, and demanding schedule requirements. Strong understanding of site materials management processes, including receiving, inspection, storage, preservation, inventory control, material issuing, and reconciliation. Proven experience managing warehouses, laydown areas, materials personnel, and subcontractor interfaces. Experience with project ERP and materials management systems, preferably SAP, Oracle, or equivalent platforms. Working knowledge of construction work packages, material take-offs, piping and mechanical materials, electrical and instrumentation equipment, and bulk construction commodities. Familiarity with quality documentation, material traceability, preservation requirements, and project HSE standards. Previous experience in the UAE or wider GCC region would be advantageous, particularly on large-scale gas processing or brownfield/greenfield energy projects.

The Site Materials Lead will be responsible for leading and coordinating all site-based materials management activities for a multi-billion-dollar EPCM project in Habshan, Abu Dhabi. The role is critical to ensuring that all construction materials, equipment, bulk commodities, and project-supplied items are received, inspected, stored, preserved, controlled, and issued to construction teams in accordance with project specifications, construction priorities, approved procedures, and the overall project schedule. Working closely with Engineering, Procurement, Expediting, Logistics, Quality, Construction, Planning, and project subcontractors, the Site Materials Lead will establish and maintain an integrated site materials management system that supports safe, efficient, and uninterrupted construction execution.