1. MARTIN AVERY NICHOLS III
907-460-2232
Fairbanks, AK 99701 manicholsiii@gmail.com
OILFIELD LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT
Accomplished professional possessing more than 13 years of experience in remote oilfield logistics, materials
transportation, and warehouse and inventory management in support of oil and gas production and
construction operations. Respected leader with the proven ability to motivate a team of professionals in
achieving all assigned key performance metrics. Highly skilled in planning and coordinating the transportation
and logistics for the movement of heavy equipment, materials, and supplies to isolated oil and gas fields. Able
to employ ice roads, barging, and air transport to meet client expectations. Successfully manages contracts
for multi-billion dollar operations collaborating with diverse contractors to mitigate risks and avoid unnecessary
costs. Promotes a safety culture while enforcing compliance with all company and OSHA procedures to
achieve zero workplace incidents. Effective in remediating problems across the supply chain while maintaining
focus on client collaboration. Technically astute with proficiency in SAP materials resource planning systems
and related business applications.
Areas of Expertise
 Team Leadership
 Project Management
 Professional Communication
 Presentation & Training
 Strategic Planning
 Remote Oilfield Logistics
 Contract Management
 Client Relations
 Materials Transportation
 Documentation & Reporting
 Warehouse & Inventory Management
 Safety Management Systems
 Relationship Building
 Health & Safety Compliance
 Cross-Functional Collaboration
Professional Experience
PRL, Logistics Inc. Anchorage, AK 4/2013 – Present
PT. Thomson Logistics Manager
 Oversee the execution of all deliverables required by PRL’s materials logistics contract in support of
ExxonMobil’s Point Thomson Project.
 Ensured the on-schedule delivery of an array of supplies and equipment including drill tools, consumable
items, and the majority of the permanent infrastructure and facilities.
 Provide leadership and direction over as many as 45 personnel working across diverse locations.
 Administered project budget monitoring operational efficiency to avoid unnecessary costs to the client.
 Participated in yearly pre-planning and assessment phases to develop operational and journey
management plans for barging and ice road seasons.
 Craft and implement the standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the project.
 Manage ongoing operations for the construction materials warehouse and barging support operations.
 Direct Environmental Vehicle Inspectors during the ice road and barging seasons.
 Facilitate integration of delivery operations with personnel logistics to ensure efficient offloading of diverse
cargo aircraft.
 Engaged with rotating teams of contractors throughout the project to ensure effective collaboration.
 Enforce safety protocols and promoted a culture of health, environmental, and safety awareness to elevate
crew alertness. Over 8 million project man-hours worked without a lost time incident.
CARLILE TRANSPORTATION, ANCHORAGE, AK 3/2006 – 4/2013
LOGISTICS SPECIALIST (FOR ROYAL DUTCH SHELL) (3/2012 – 4/2013)
 Directed logistical and transportation support to Royal Dutch Shell arctic offshore drilling operations
located at various locations in Alaska and Washington State.
 Managed multiple projects concurrently traveling to remote sites and out of state as required.
 Supervised and documented the loads out of various vessels and aircraft arriving from multiple locations.

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 Upon conclusion of the Coast Guard Investigation of the Kulluk Towing Incident oversaw the
demobilization phase of the vessel.
LOGISTICS SPECIALIST (FOR CONOCO PHILLIPS- ALPINE) (3/2006 TO 2/2013) Deadhorse, AK
 Single point of contact providing direct logistical support to client’s remote Alpine Oilfield.
 Managed and tracked all inbound and outbound materials from the Alpine Oilfield including drilling and
construction equipment traveling via Ice and paved roads and by air cargo.
 Enforced compliance with health and safety policies as Prudhoe Bay Terminal’s Safety Designate.
 Compiled and presented monthly financial reports detailing transportation costs by group designation for
senior managerial review.
 Responsible for the direction of the North Slope Logistics Department overseeing the planning and
implementation of additional logistics projects.
BARROW OPERATIONS MANAGER (FOR N.S. BOROUGH) (8/2011 TO 10/2012) Barrow, AK
 Oversaw the mobilization of the Kuukpik Drilling Rig # 5 and delivery of associated materials to Barrow
Alaska to provide equipment for a planned drilling of 6 natural gas wells located in the Barrow Gas Fields.
 Supervised and documented the transfer of materials off inbound barges employing a beach landing.
 Fostered inter-company relationships to drive collaboration and communication to efficiently achieve
project and organizational goals.
 Published tracking documentation, safety updates, and progress reports which were delivered to the client
on a daily basis.
LOGISTICS SPECIALIST (FOR ANADARKO PETROLEUM) (10/2011 TO 4/2012) Deadhorse, AK
 Utilizing all available transport coordinated the relocation of Anadarko and contractor materials from
Deadhorse to their Chandler 1 Wellsite (near Umiat, AK).
 Collaborated with multiple contractors to ensure the timely movement and tracking of critical loads required
to complete scheduled well testing.
 Scheduled the daily flight between Deadhorse and the well site accounting for all passenger and freight
movement between locations.
NORTHERN AIR CARGO, FAIRBANKS, AK 5/2003 – 3/2006
Loadmaster
 Planned and executed the safe loading and offloading of various types of cargo aircraft.
 Received, documented, and staged cargo for flights noting special handling for hazardous materials.
 Traveled to remote locations to personally supervise offloads of unusual or difficult cargo.
 Prepared cargo manifest, weight and balance form, and alerted pilot of hazardous materials.
Education & Training
High School Diploma, Lathrop High School, Fairbanks, AK
AP Classes, Gifted & Talented program
Training & Technical Proficiencies
30 Hour OSHA Construction Certification
First Aid / AED / CPR Certified
Various Warehouse and Yard Forklifts
Volvo Wheeled Loaders (L-110/120/180) with Fork Attachments
Load & Offload of Highway Vans, Flatbed Tractors, and Various Aircraft.
Microsoft Office Suite, SAP
Distinctions
TWIC Card Holder, (Transportation Worker Identification Credential)
NSTC Card Holder (North Slope Training Cooperative)