Head of Logistics Job

Residential Position

Employment Type:Permanent

Tullow is an independent energy company dedicated to building a better future through responsible oil and gas development in Africa, with producing assets in Ghana. We are committed to achieving Net Zero on our Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. Our Shared Prosperity strategy ensures we deliver lasting socio-economic benefits to host nations by investing in local skills development, community partnerships and sustainable infrastructure.

At Tullow, our people are our greatest asset. We foster a value-led culture underpinned by Aim High, Own It and Be True, where continuous improvement, collaboration and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do.

The Opportunity

Tullow is offering an exciting opportunity within the Materials and Logistics team. We are looking for a dynamic Head of Logistics to join us on a Permanent basis, located at our office in Accra/Takoradi, Ghana.

Job Purpose

The Head of Logistics role is primarily accountable for the safety of all logistics operations supporting Tullow Ghana’s offshore and onshore activities.

Within that, the role ensures the reliable and cost-effective delivery of the people, materials, marine, aviation, land transport, shore base and emergency response support needed to keep the asset operating efficiently.

As TGL’s senior logistics authority, the role holder makes sound, independent decisions under commercial and technical pressure, without compromising mandatory safety standards.

The role holder sets and delivers logistics strategy that demonstrates the function’s effectiveness.

Lead regulatory and government interface, and own contractor performance, assurance, incident investigation and continuous improvement, in line with Tullow’s operational excellence and HSE standards.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & People Development:

Build a safety-led, accountable and performance-focused logistics organisation.

Develop and execute Tullow Ghana’s logistics strategy to support drilling, production, maintenance, and project activities.

• Lead logistics planning for shutdowns, major capital projects, and emergency response scenarios.Drive innovation, digitalization, and continuous improvement across logistics operations.
• Strengthen succession planning and the development of local logistics capability and develop the required capability to manage complex logistics operations in-house.

Safety, Risk & Assurance:

• Accountability for safe operations of the TGL logistics function across all modes and sites (yard, shore base, aviation, land transport, marine and emergency response), including third parties working at TGL logistics sites. Balance safety, operational reliability, technical requirements and financial pressures without compromising mandatory standards.

• Ensure operational risks are identified, assessed and effectively controlled across company and contractor activities.
• Maintain logistics emergency-response capability and ensure appropriate exercises, readiness reviews and improvement actions are completed

Materials Management:

• Oversee materials management including demand planning, inventory optimization, warehousing, and supply to operating units.
• Ensure timely availability of critical spares and equipment to maintain production uptime.
• Implement robust stock control systems, inventory accuracy programs, and SAP/ERP compliance.

Transportation, Marine & Aviation Logistics:

• Manage all transportation modes supporting offshore and onshore operations, including marine vessels, aviation, and road transport.
• Ensure safe and compliant movement of personnel and cargo in accordance with IOGP, SOLAS, IMDG, and Tullow standards.
• Oversee fleet management, contractor compliance, marine and aviation assurance, and logistics scheduling for supply bases.

Regulatory Compliance & Governance:

• Ensure full compliance with Ghanaian regulations and international standards governing logistics operations.
• Lead interface with regulatory bodies including Ghana Maritime Authority, Ghana Navy, GRA Customs, EPA, GCAA, Petroleum Commission, GNPC, Port Authorities, etc.
• Maintain strong governance over logistics contracts, audits, HSE performance, and risk management.

Contractor & Stakeholder Management:

• Manage logistics service providers including freight forwarders, marine operators, transport companies, and warehousing contractors.
• Lead contract negotiations, performance reviews, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with government agencies, suppliers, and internal departments.

Operational Excellence & Cost Optimization:

• Drive efficiency improvements and cost saving initiatives across logistics operations.
• Use performance data, dashboards and assurance findings to identify trends, demonstrate team effectiveness and drive corrective action.Establish clear service standards and performance expectations for each logistics discipline.

Leadership & People Development:

• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary logistics team across multiple sites.
• Build capability through coaching, training, succession planning, and performance management.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and operational discipline.

Experience & Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Operations Management or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant professional and operational experience.
• Minimum of 15 years logistics experience in oil & gas, energy, or heavy industrial sectors including at least 5 years leading a logistics function or major logistics operation with full accountability.
• Hands-on operational depth across several of marine, aviation, shore base/warehousing and land transport, sufficient to act as the technical authority without central support.
• Demonstrated track record of leading and closing out incident investigations, and of planning, executing and closing out operational, technical and safety audits.
• Strong knowledge of IOGP logistics, marine and aviation standards, offshore logistics, and international supply chain operations.
• Proven leadership experience managing large teams and complex logistics operations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage contractors, budgets, and multi stakeholder environments.
• Offshore or deepwater logistics experience would be advantageous.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and strategic planning skills.

Skills

• Strategic Thinking & Execution
• Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement
• Strong HSE Leadership
• Stakeholder Engagement & Regulatory Interface
• Financial Acumen & Cost Management
• Risk Management & Crisis Response
• Strong interpersonal skills; demonstrating drive, tenacity, and credibility.
• Ability to manage/drive change and sustain improvements.
• Strong Planning and Organising Skills
• Team Leadership & Talent Development

What we Offer

Tullow offer a competitive reward package of base salary, incentives and benefits which is designed to attract, retain, and motivate the best talent.

• Hybrid working model
• Flexible hours to help you balance work and life commitments
• A performance-driven culture that rewards results and innovation
• A strong commitment to your development, including tailored learning programmes and mentoring
• The opportunity to make a real impact, working alongside dedicated experts across functions
• A genuinely inclusive and diverse environment where every voice is valued
• Competitive remuneration, performance-linked incentives and comprehensive benefits

We believe in building long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with our people. Tullow offer an opportunity to broaden your horizons, grow your network and have the support you need to thrive.

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