Logistics Manager (Offshore Decommissioning)

Our client, a major Oil and gas company, is looking for a Logistics Manager (Offshore Decomissioning) to work on a 12 months contract with extention in Houston, TXAccountable for end-to-end logistics Management supporting Titan offshore decommissioning activities, including Material Readiness, Marine vessel/spread coordination and integration, Personnel on Board (POB) management and coordination of land, and air transportation.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop, maintain, and execute the integrated logistics plan for offshore decommissioning scope (vessel movements, port calls, aviation support, trucking, and personnel transfers). Align vessel schedules with decom work packs.Coordinate POB planning and control with Operations: develop POB forecasts; coordinate mobilization/demobilization; verify manifest accuracy; manage bed-space constraints; and ensure alignment with project schedules.Coordinate marine logistics: vessel selection inputs, sailing plans, mobilization plans, deck space planning, port logistics, marine manifests, cargo control, and interface with Marine/Port Captain and vessel operators.Define SIMOPS constraints and vessel interaction rules.Coordinate air logistics: helicopter/crew-change planning, flight requests, passenger/baggage/cargo constraints, weather/standby contingencies, and interface with aviation providers.Coordinate land logistics: trucking/haulage, yard and warehouse movements, permits and escorts as required, laydown management, and interface with bases and ports.Plan and coordinate heavy-lift and critical cargo movements (e.g., modules, subsea equipment, waste containers), including route surveys and lift plans where applicable.Ensure logistics readiness for key execution windows (plug and abandonment campaigns, topsides preparation, lift events, pipeline decommissioning, and site clearance), including contingency and recovery plans.Manage logistics interfaces with Decommissioning, Offshore Installation Manager (OIM)/site leadership, HSE, Marine, Aviation, Base/Materials, Waste Management, and contractors.Maintain a rolling look-ahead (2-12 weeks) and daily execution plan; chair/participate in logistics coordination meetings; and provide status reports and constraints.Ensure compliance with HSE, security, and regulatory requirements for transport, lifting, dangerous goods, immigration/customs, and port/airport rules.Coordinate logistics documentation and records: manifests, load lists, waybills, certificates, dangerous goods declarations, and voyage/flight documentation.Support contractor management and performance: service level expectations, KPI tracking, issue resolution, lessons learned, and continuous improvement.Monitor logistics costs against budget; validate invoices and accruals; and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising safety or compliance.Respond to operational disruptions (weather, vessel/aircraft availability, mechanical issues) by re-planning and communicating impacts to stakeholders.Optimize logistics coordination between different functions to maximize value to company. Key InterfacesDecommissioning Project Manager / Offshore Construction LeadOffshore leadership (OIM/Superintendent) and worksite plannersMarine/Port Captain, vessel owners/operators, and port authoritiesAviation focal point and helicopter/air charter providersOnshore base operations, warehouse/materials management, and freight forwardersHSE, Security, Regulatory/Compliance, and Emergency ResponseWaste Management and disposal contractorsProject Controls with progress and forecastProcurement/Contracts and Finance (cost control, invoicing)Qualifications & Experience5+ years of logistics coordination experience in offshore oil & gas, marine operations, offshore construction, or decommissioning (decommissioning experience strongly preferred).Demonstrated experience coordinating POB, crew changes, and offshore manifests.Working knowledge of marine logistics (port operations, vessel scheduling, cargo/manifest control) and aviation logistics (flight scheduling constraints, passenger/cargo rules).Experience with dangerous goods/IMDG awareness and safe transport practices (formal certification where required by company/country).Proficient with planning and reporting tools (e.g., Excel, scheduling/look-ahead trackers) and able to maintain clear records and dashboards.Skills & CompetenciesStrong coordination and prioritization skills in a multi-contractor, high-tempo offshore environment.Clear written and verbal communication; able to brief constraints, risks, and options succinctly.High attention to detail (manifests, load lists, certifications, passenger and cargo constraints).Risk-based thinking and proactive contingency planning (weather, equipment availability, schedule change).Working knowledge of incident reporting, stop-work authority, and safe work practices.Commercial awareness and cost and schedule control mindset.Ability to work across cultures/time zones and with offshore/onshore stakeholders.

Created: 2026-05-10