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Transforming the world.\nWood is an integral part of operations in Iraq, and we are continuing to grow our footprint across the country. With a 90-year heritage, 10 major contracts and over 850 employees, we have the skills, expertise and asset knowledge to support clients to deliver energy security and decarbonisation ambitions.\nWood excels in supporting our clients to deliver complex upstream and midstream oil and gas projects in Iraq delivering maintenance, modifications and engineering solutions. We are committed to decarbonising existing assets, producing cleaner energy and developing a sustainable national workforce, ensuring the long-term growth of the region.\nWhat we can offer\nMeaningful and interesting projects Delivered to high profile clients and complex projects in Iraq \nCommitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice \nCompetitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market \nMedical Insurance: Ensures inpatient and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment. \nCommitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests \nGlobal connections: join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession \nJob Purpose\nThe Material Controller is responsible for managing, tracking, and coordinating all materials, equipment, spare parts, and consumables required for construction and commissioning activities. This includes receiving, inspection, warehousing, issuing, and ensuring proper documentation as per project requirements. The role supports overall site efficiency and ensures materials arrive and are distributed to work fronts on time.\nKey Responsibilities\nManage all incoming materials including receiving, offloading, inspection, tagging, and storage.\nMaintain accurate inventory records for construction and commissioning materials.\nCoordinate with procurement, logistics, warehouse, and construction teams for material availability.\nVerify Material Receiving Reports (MRR), packing lists, and delivery notes.\nTrack shortages, damaged goods, and non-conformities with QA/QC.\nEnsure proper storage conditions for electrical, mechanical, piping, and structural materials.\nImplement warehouse layout and material preservation protocols.\nMonitor expiry dates, humidity control, and preservation activities for sensitive materials (e.g., valves, gaskets, instruments).\nIssue materials to construction teams based on Material Take-Offs (MTO) and approved requisitions.\nEnsure traceability of piping components, fittings, welding materials, and tagged items.\nCoordinate with site planners and construction supervisors to support daily workfront requirements.\nPrepare daily, weekly, and monthly material availability reports.\nUpdate material management systems such as SAP, Oracle, SmartPlant Materials (SPM), MATMAN, or similar.\nMaintain records for material receipts, issues, stock levels, and transfers.\nPrepare material reconciliation reports for project close-out.\nEnsure proper documentation aligned with project specifications and audit requirements.\nCoordinate with freight forwarders, customs, and trucking teams for inbound materials.\nTrack material shipments, expedite critical items, and resolve logistics barriers.\nWork closely with QA/QC for inspection releases and NCR resolution.\nEnsure safe unloading and handling of materials, including heavy lifts.\nEnforce warehouse safety practices, including forklift/machine operations, PPE, and housekeeping.\nParticipate in safety toolbox talks and ensure compliance with site HSE procedures.\n What makes you remarkable?\nAt 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.\nExpected:\nBachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, or related field.\nProfessional Experience\n10-12+ years experience in material control within oil & gas construction or EPC projects.\nStrong background in piping, mechanical, electrical, and structural material categories.\nExperience working in Iraq / Middle East remote sites is preferred.\nKnowledge of international codes and specifications for materials.\nTechnical Skills\nKnowledge of inventory management systems (SAP, Oracle, SPM).\nUnderstanding of MTOs, bill of materials, and engineering drawings.\nStrong MS Excel reporting and documentation skills.\nFamiliarity with preservation procedures and vendor 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