This document provides a summary of Michael Ferguson's experience and qualifications for a materials/logistics/supply chain manager position. It outlines his 20+ years of experience in various roles for companies in locations like Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, and the UK. He has expertise in areas like vessel chartering, customs clearance, database management, quality assurance, and team management. The document also lists his education and certifications in fields like health and safety, business studies, and ISO standards.

1. MICHAEL FERGUSON
19 Invercauld Road
Aberdeen
AB16 5RP
Tel: 01224 692506
Mobile UK: +44 [ 0 ] 7900141862
Email:fergusonmike@hotmail.co.uk
Profile
As a highly experienced and knowledgeable Materials/logistics/supply chain manager I
combine exceptional competencies with a strong work ethic, willingness and capability to
make difficult decisions and to find practical, effective solutions for challenges met in a
wide variety of locations and situations.
Working latterly as a contractor I have added value to contracts and have ensured that all
contracts are completed to a high level and to the satisfaction of the client.
Core Competencies
Vessel Chartering, Heavy-Lifts, Onshore & Offshore
Alternate Dispute Resolution, Customs Clearance,
Database Management Planning & Scheduling Quality Assurance ~
Process Improvements ~ Procurement Operational Materials~
Inventory & Stores Management ~ Warehouse Supervision ~
Resource Optimization ~ Team Management Contract overviews.
Soft Skills
Focused ~ analytical thinking & methodological approach ~ quick decision making ability ~ problem
solving skills ~ good communication, interpersonal and team building skills accountable & reliable person.
CAREER HISTORY:
Orleans West [ Intels ] NIGERIA PORT HARCOURT.
BASE SUPERINTENDANT FLT [ CONTRACT POSITION ] Jan 2015 March 2015 JOB FINISHED
DUE TO OPERATIONAL ISSUES
Responsible for all Ocean Vessels inshore Nigerian drilling rigs material movements with overall control of
qauside operations for international and local offloading loading and equipment and personnel utilisation to
maximise best use and operational support for the company based in Port Harcourt
Saudi Aramco Saudi Arabia August 2013 to DEC 2014t Consultant Marine Manager .
Responsible for material requirementsfor drilling operationsboatutilisation bestpractice ethics,including
boat leasing with contract terms and condition depending on operational requirements
Organising boat schedules for loading, to ensure maximum material deliveries to all rigs operating in field .
Proactive shipping ensuring that minimum berthing times are adhere too to enable fast , safe, efficient cargo
handling are enforced too at all times , Chartering of suitable vessels for both shallow draft drilling operations
and deep water operations ,D.P. vessel employment for non anchoring drilling materials to rig operations
Occidental Oman Oct- 2010 to July 2013. Consultant Materials Supervisor [ Facilities
Responsible for material requirements for desert operations, including vendor,
Delivery of materials to warehouse operation points for deployment to field locations
Status Q.A. – Q.C. relevant documentation certification as per company procedures and
Requirements, daily contact with engineering departments and purchasing departments regarding,

2. R. F .Q. s & M .T .O. s documents for end purpose use also for field operations.
Endorsements and lead-time on delivery and scheduled availability of purchased items via Oracle tracking
systems,. Oversee materials handling in a commercial environment with engineering programmes also
expediting control and implementation of required company procedures, presently in Oman based in Muscat,
in my present role, I am also advising field operations Incorporating end user best working practices as per
company procedures and directives’ result-oriented end user costing and mentoring of deadlines on deliverable
commodities for installation in field, overview of materials requested and tracking of delivery schedules for best
delivery times.
Extensive knowledge of international and domestic work authorizations requirements including products.
M.M.C.R.LTD Feb 2010 to Oct 2010 Consultant Marine Material Adviser
Vessel Chartering, Heavy-Lifts, Alternate Dispute Resolution, Customs, Database Management Via SAP
modular’s system document & material control database on restocking materials and availability
Sr. Logistics in a Global corporation with extensive Travel to Africa and Asia to bid charter vessel, supervise
load outs in various countries and ensure safe delivery of cargo from multiple global locations
Sourcing materials for a privately owned company based in Lagos Nigeria for water wells in remote areas,
Checking world wide availability of required tools and items for water purification project ongoing in .various
West African locations but mainly for use in Nigeria operations. Procurement Cost control for expediting while
meeting delivery deadlines and implementation of required import delivery schedules to Nigeria and West
Africa from various world wide locations. Working for private concern collating materials for cost efficiency and
authenticity of quality and certified tools for end use at sites.
K .B. R. (Abu Dhabi) Dec 2007 – Feb2010 Consultant, Logistics Supervisor
Responsible for the documentation and shipping of all ship loose materials for the L & G Modules for Escravos /
Chevron project. on a Multi billion Pound development for the Nigerian Oil & Gas refineries.
Compliance with shipping requirements and loading of all project material requirements, supervision of third party
contractor’s equipment and all relevant safety and H. S. E. issues on the actual site location in Abu Dhabi. Vessel
Chartering, Heavy-Lifts, Alternate Dispute Resolution, Customs, Database Management
Ensuring material is packed crated certificated Q A / QC and ready for delivery and re-assembly in Nigeria [
Escravos ] L& G site location. Documentation and identification of essential materials on a priority listing for
sending for assembly at Escravos location in Nigeria..
Contract agreements ensuring documentation and work scopes for the project H. S. E. and policies meet in
country legislation requirements for all essential product identification for end-user implementation.
Interface planning and scheduling for clients requirements Management of base yard activities and daily work
related requirements to meet shipping schedules. supervise load outs in various countries and ensure safe
delivery of cargo from multiple global locations
Talisman Energy [QATAR ] June 06 – Dec 07 Consultant, Marine ,Project, Manager
Responsible for all drilling and supply materials to rigs from Doha main port , three offshore supply boats
Liaise with Doha Port Authorities regarding boat utilisation at dockside, available berthing and bunkering
requirements. Material utilisation using SAP authorised procedures for costing and sourcing consumables.
Negotiate boat and helicopter charters for project requirements, marine crew movements and ad-hoc suitability.
Duties to ensure all materials are fully inspected prior to well start up delivery to quayside loading areas including
bulks and bunkering facilities, liaise with vendors regarding pre drilling requirements and certification
packages.co ordinate specific delivery deadlines for proactive drilling requirements.
Assess suitable vendors and equipment reliability. Peruse Contract agreements ensuring documentation and
work scopes for the project HSE and QA-QC policies meet in country legislation requirements and project work
scopes. supervise load outs in various countries and ensure safe delivery of cargo from multiple global locations
for use on offshore installations seconded to third party operators.
Ensure all boats are loaded within work scales for cost effectiveness for end user use at rig site offshore.
Material and logistical hire logging reporting & monitoring, helicopter daily requirements marine crew movements,
ad hoc Boat & Helicopter freight. This includes co-ordinating all material purchases and rentals. cost and rental
control issues via SAP control system configurations within database availability requirements
Third party inspection QA /QC at vendors Interface planning and scheduling for clients requirements premises
including witnessing., ensuring procedures as per company directives for Demobilization of company owned
drilling materials surplus items for selling purpose

3. AGR Petroleum Drilling Consultants
July 05 – May 06
D.M.C Materials HSE Logistics Consultant
Responsible for Purchasing and logistic mobilisation requirements for drilling well projects.
Co-ordinating all Helicopter & Personnel & Supply Boat requirements incorporating all expediting requirements
for third party vendors on a world wide basis for the various project wells in South of France & North Sea
locations Maximo computer system introduced for trial use on this project material usage..
Material and logistical hire logging reporting & monitoring, helicopter daily requirements ad hoc Boat & Helicopter
freight requirements. This included co-ordinating all material personnel needs.
QA & QC and all third party contractors hire materials returned of hire for company daily business requirements.
Result-oriented with an ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously while consistently meeting deadlines
costing and rental control and demobilization of materials / service personnel and drill crew issues.
Interface planning and scheduling for clients requirement and schedules.
Shell - Bonga F.P.S.O. Project [ Nigeria ]2001 t0 2005 Supply Chain In Country
Manager
Sr. Logistics in a Global corporation with extensive operating in Africa and Asia to bid charter vessel, supervise
load outs in various countries and ensure safe delivery of cargo from multiple global locations
Planning and Schedule for matériel Costs & Budget Control for third party vendors and local supplier. Liais
with local government départements for import & export materials arriving in country.
Sourcing, Purchasing and logistic mobilisation requirements using SAP purchasing control systems.
Contractual input for local companies, contract tenders and placements of successful tenders.
Site visits for successful companies regarding credibility of materials supplied as per company code of
conduct.& co-ordinating all construction material requirements world wide for the BONGA F. P. S. O.
Control and QA QC of all documents from third party clients on a daily basis inclusive of material inspection
, control materials to the offshore engineer’s team in their daily functions on the onshore build and offshore
installation of fabricated items for project purchase In countryvendor vetting for supply verification purposes
and credibility of supplier materials on offer for accredited and reliable outlets .
Shell UK [ Shearwater Project
June 1999 – November 2001
Marine Projects Supervisor / H.S.E
Control of rental costing and equipment from third party vendors for platform & drilling rig requirements
Daily Helicopter crew changes via Shell Maps Vantage System to the Shearwater Platform and Drilling Rig
Maersk Endurer. Sourcing Ad-hoc Boat and Helicopter services out with normal operational requirements
Craig group
September 1995 – May 1999
Business. Development. Manager
Business development and marketing Consulting Manager for company ensuring the company was
proactive in new developments within the industry requirements,
Texaco U.K, Drilling Operators Sub Sea Materials Supervisor/HSE
Sept 1986 – Aug 1995
Wil Rig UK Drilling Contractor 1974 – 1986 : Base Manager Drilling Materials/ Warehousing
TRAINING/CERTS.
 N.E.B.O.S.H . Health & Safety Certificate Dec 2011.
 Various in house management courses Occidental Oman Currently Ongoing.
 City & Guilds Business studies & Data Management Studies
 K.B.R Code of Ethics and Policies Employee Awareness Courses Feb /Aug 2010.
 U.A.E. Residential Visa [three years 2014]
 U.A.E. Defence driving course one day practical valid from 2009 – 2014.
 I am literate on Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Maximo, and Sap etc.
 Planning and scheduling in-house Best Practices courses ongoing.
 Personnel / Logistics Planning Course. Current
 Managerial Improvement Development Course. Current
 I.M.D.G.S. Dangerous Goods Reg / sea. Re-newel 2010.
 I ATA Dangerous Goods Regulations by Air. Renewal 2010

4.  Offshore Survival Certificate c/w Air-pack re-breather 2012
 Airfreight High Risk Security Safety course Level 4 modules 1-12 inclusive
 HSE Safety course in Hostile in country movement’s awareness course.
 Advanced Safety Auditing & Assessment Course
 Customs Export & Import procedures ,Current
 ISO 9001; ISO19011; ISO 14001; OHSAS 18001; SA8000.
 ISO 9001:2000 Quality Standards Certified
 ISO9002 External Auditor Training Course
 ISO9002 Internal Auditor Training Course, ISO – 14001 Awareness Course
 One Year Certified Environmental Waste Disposal Course. W.A.M.I.T.A.B..
Senior Advanced Safety Awareness Course
 Safe working practices courses./ Heavy lifts and Abnormal load Procedures
 C.I. Management Courses. QC / QA Control Courses
 First Aid (Aberdeen University Course) renewal 2009.
Additional Information
Nationality: British (Scottish)
Availability: Immediate if Required.