Summary
Dutco Construction Group is seeking a Logistics Coordinator for road, marine and infrastructure project logistics in Abu Dhabi. The role coordinates transport, shipments, material and equipment movements, delivery schedules, documentation and customs-clearance support. It also tracks logistics costs, maintains movement records and ensures activities follow safety, regulatory and project requirements. Applicants should have a diploma or degree in logistics, supply chain management, business administration or a related field, relevant coordination experience, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and logistics or ERP systems.
The posting
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Job Description
The Logistics Coordinator – Road, Marine & Infrastructure is responsible for coordinating the movement of materials, equipment, and supplies across road transport, marine operations, and infrastructure projects. The role ensures deliveries are planned efficiently, documentation is accurate, and activities comply with safety, regulatory, and project requirements.
Job Responsibility:
- Coordinate road and marine transportation, including shipment planning, dispatch, tracking, and delivery scheduling.
- Arrange the movement of construction materials, heavy equipment, and project supplies to and from worksites, ports, and storage facilities.
- Liaise with transport companies, shipping agents, port authorities, suppliers, project teams, and site personnel.
- Prepare and maintain transport schedules, shipping documents, delivery notes, permits, and other logistics records.
- Monitor shipments and resolve delays, route changes, delivery issues, and other operational challenges.
- Coordinate loading, unloading, storage, and handling activities, ensuring appropriate equipment and resources are available.
- Support customs-clearance processes and ensure required documentation is submitted accurately and on time.
- Track logistics costs, review invoices, and assist with budget and performance reporting.
- Ensure logistics activities comply with company procedures, project specifications, and applicable safety and transport regulations.
- Maintain records of equipment and material movements and provide regular updates to stakeholders.
Candidate Requirements:
- Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Experience coordinating logistics for road transport, marine operations, construction, or infrastructure projects.
- Familiarity with shipping and transport documentation, customs procedures, and delivery tracking.
- Strong planning, coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and logistics or enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively with multiple stakeholders.
- High attention to detail and a strong commitment to safety and compliance.
- Valid driving licence may be required, depending on the role and location.
Skills Description
Logistics coordination and shipment scheduling
- Supply chain and inventory management
- Transport and freight coordination
- Warehouse operations and stock control
- Shipping documentation and customs procedures
- Order processing and delivery tracking
- Vendor, carrier, and supplier coordination
- Logistics software and ERP systems
- Data entry and record keeping
- Microsoft Office proficiency, especially Excel
- Planning, prioritization, and time management
- Problem-solving and attention to detail
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively under pressure