Inventory Control Clerk at Terra Energy Services Nigeria Limited

Terra Energy Services Nigeria Ltd (TES) is an indigenous Engineering and Oil and Gas Service Company incorporated in Nigeria in 2001 with expertise in providing full-service integrated solutions to clients across the entire oil and gas value chain. We currently operate from our offices in Lagos and Port-Harcourt and aspire to become the leading provider of quality Oil and Gas Engineering Services in West Africa. At Terra Energy Services, we maintain a policy of creating a conducive environment for the attraction of the best qualified and motivated staff for performance enhancement.We are seeking a competent and detail-oriented Inventory Control Clerk to join our Project Logistics team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records, controlling material movements, supporting stock reconciliation, and ensuring proper traceability of materials across warehouse and operational locations.

The role requires strong inventory control discipline, practical warehouse experience, and the ability to work effectively in upstream oil and gas operational environments while maintaining high standards of HSE, compliance, accuracy, and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain accurate records of inventory receipts, issues, transfers, returns, and stock balances.
Conduct regular cycle counts, stock verification, and reconciliation of inventory discrepancies.
Maintain accurate material codes, bin locations, documentation, and material traceability records.
Support material reservation, picking, staging, and dispatch for offshore and project operations.
Monitor minimum and maximum stock levels and identify slow-moving, excess, or obsolete materials.
Maintain well-organized inventory and warehouse records to support internal and external audits.
Ensure all inventory transactions and supporting documentation are completed accurately and on time.
Escalate stock discrepancies, documentation gaps, and operational risks to the appropriate supervisor.

Qualifications & Experience

OND, HND, or Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
5–8 years of relevant experience, preferably within the oil and gas industry with strong upstream E&P exposure.
Demonstrable hands-on experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, and material management.
Good knowledge of applicable HSE requirements, operational controls, procedures, and technical documentation.
A relevant supply chain or warehouse management certification will be an added advantage.

Technical Competencies

Candidates should demonstrate practical and recent experience in:

Inventory control and stock management.
Stock counting, reconciliation, and discrepancy resolution.
Material coding, identification, and traceability.
Warehouse and inventory documentation.
ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
Accurate record keeping and inventory reporting.

Behavioral Competencies

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

Strong safety awareness and personal accountability.
Good problem-solving and sound operational judgment.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary and contractor teams.
Good planning, prioritization, and escalation skills.
High levels of integrity, professionalism, and compliance with company procedures.

HSE & Compliance

The successful candidate will be expected to:

Comply with all applicable HSE policies, procedures, Permit-to-Work requirements, risk assessments, isolation procedures, and emergency-response arrangements.
Identify, stop, and escalate unsafe work practices or conditions.
Promptly report incidents, near misses, equipment defects, and abnormal operating conditions.
Maintain all required medical, safety, and professional certifications applicable to the assignment.