project logistics

With experience built on handling the most challenging and multi-dimensional shipments on behalf of the world’s loading Project Consultants, EPC Contractors & International Freight Forwarders for some of the most prestigious projects in KSA, UAE, Iraq, Turkey and the wider Middle East region, our Project Cargo division has developed the expertise to offer solutions & execute movements for any kind of equipment, be it by land, air or sea.

At Tholmann DMCC, along with our network of reliable partners, understand the pulse of Project cargo handling activities like planning, route selection, packaging, handling, haulage, storage and delivery.

We operate in a wide variety of sectors which have project logistics needs, including oil & gas, automotive, construction, power & energy. Our focus is always on safety, running very strict procedures on any project move.

COMMISSIONING, OPERATION AND MANAGEMENT

Logistics Base Services cover the provision of all operations as per the project scope of work - including, but not limited to:
■ Development and commissioning of operation sites (offices, pipe-racks yards, warehouses, maintenance areas etc.) as per the Client’s technical specifications;
■ Management of logistics services within and between the Shore Base, Warehouse and other areas;
■ On-shore transportation services with follow up transfer of goods to the jetty, loading and offloading of supply vessels;
■ Loading/offloading of trailers, temporary storage of materials and equipment in a designated area;
■ Supervision of all operations concerning mooring and un-mooring of vessels;
■ Monitoring and control of Logistic Base access parallel to port procedures;
■ Freight Forwarding Operations (local, international);
■ Customs Clearance (Import and Export, Excise duty, Bunkering);
■ Warehousing facilities and services (stock management); including Dangerous Goods Storage;
■ Rental of specialised Vehicles and equipment, dedicated Cargo Carrying Units

PROCESS IMPLEMENTATION

Implementation of all relevant process documentation and project HSSE systems. The most critical documents are listed below:

1) HSE Management System, including:
■ Health and Safety Policy:
■ Job Risk Assessment and Management
■ Anomaly and Incident Management, Key Performance Indicators (both HSE and Operational)
■ Safety inductions; Implementation of Permits to Work System and Daily Toolbox Meetings;
■ Respect for the environment and local communities;
■ Design of Procedures concerning:
- Waste Management
- Emergency and Medevac
- Vehicles and Driving
- Alcohol and Drug Policy

2) Quality Management System including:
■ Quality plan describing quality requirements and their implementation depending on the contracted services - quality objectives and indicators;
■ Organizational chart with job descriptions and relationships with other entities, groups, departments or disciplines;
■ Dedicated quality organization and key personnel;
■ Quality inspections, audits and records;
■ Control of other subcontractors and vendors

3) Technical Project Plan, comprising:
■ Elaboration of Technical cards covering all processes and activities on site;
■ Maintenance plans for all equipment and facilities;
■ Filing and recording of all project technical documentation;
■ Lifting operation procedures - recording and reporting procedures regarding the lifting equipment, examination philosophy (color coding, control of portable and fix lifting equipment, slings, CCUs (cargo carrying units) etc.
■ Competency and training of personnel;
■ Hazard identification and lifting risk assessment

RECRUITMENT AND MANAGEMENT OF PERSONNEL

Recruitment and management of the key personnel required for the project – major steps:
■ Identification of the key personnel requirements for the implementation of contracted services - positions and numbers.
■ Design of the organizational chart with interconnections to the remaining stakeholders on the project;
■ Recruitment of necessary personnel on the local and international sector labour markets, using specialized partner agencies for the most highly qualified positions. Securing all necessary types of visas and work permits.
■ Structuring and implementation of a Human Resources Management Plan in scope: mobilization plan; training matrix incl. HSE training (proper storage and maintenance of training records, periodical performance review documentation and training plans); provision of proper PPE (personal protective equipment).
■ Identification of optimal working conditions and working hours, forms of remuneration and incentive programs;
■ Accommodation (facility management); transport, catering, PPEs, medical insurance etc.

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