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Head Operations - Logistics | Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad Permanent INR2,700,000 - INR3,300,000 per year View Job Description
This role leads end-to-end logistics operations including heavy equipment mobilisation, fleet management, and vendor coordination for large-scale projects. The position requires strong expertise in abnormal load transport, customs clearance, and logistics cost optimization.
  • 15+ yrs' exp. in heavy equipment logistics & project mobilisation
  • Proven leader managing fleet ops, vendors & logistics cost optimization

About Our Client

Our client is a leading energy services and oilfield solutions provider, delivering integrated services across drilling, production, and infrastructure support. With operations across multiple geographies, the company manages complex logistics involving heavy equipment, rigs, and critical project mobilisations to support large-scale energy operations.

Job Description

Reporting to the COO, you will:

  • Lead end-to-end logistics operations including equipment mobilisation, fleet management, and vendor coordination.
  • Plan and execute route surveys, abnormal load permits, convoy arrangements, and mobilisation timelines.
  • Manage heavy equipment movement across project sites, yards, and operational locations.
  • Develop and maintain a panel of approved transport vendors, crane operators, and logistics partners.
  • Ensure compliance with insurance, regulatory permits, and vendor documentation requirements.
  • Oversee import clearances for rigs, drilling equipment, and capital goods with customs brokers.
  • Manage transit insurance coverage, claims, and documentation for equipment movement.
  • Implement route safety assessments and maintain logistics incident reporting with root cause analysis.
  • Lead GPS-based vehicle tracking, fleet utilization monitoring, and driver behavior analysis.
  • Develop fuel management systems including mileage tracking and cost-per-km benchmarking.
  • Track logistics costs including freight, crane hire, personnel transport, and fuel against project budgets.
  • Maintain full audit trails for logistics documentation including permits, weighbridge records, and gate passes.

The Successful Applicant

  • Holds a B.E. in Mechanical / Civil / Logistics or an MBA in Operations / Supply Chain.
  • Brings strong experience in heavy equipment logistics, abnormal load transport, and project mobilisations.
  • Demonstrates expertise in vendor management, contract negotiation, and logistics cost control.
  • Familiar with customs clearance, EPCG/ATA Carnet documentation, and international shipments.
  • Strong leader with experience managing logistics teams and cross-functional coordination with project teams.
  • Data-driven with strong capabilities in fleet management systems and operational reporting.

What's on Offer

  • Strategic leadership role overseeing complex logistics operations in the energy sector.
  • Opportunity to manage large-scale equipment mobilisations across multiple projects.
  • High visibility role working closely with operations and project leadership teams.
  • Platform to drive logistics transformation, cost efficiency, and operational reliability.
Quote job ref
JN-032026-6966109

Job summary

Function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Sub Sector
Logistics
What is your area of specialisation?
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
Ahmedabad
Job Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-032026-6966109

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

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