عبد الحليم قتال

Experienced logistics and flight operations professional with 25+ years in oil & gas and aviation across multinational and multicultural environments. Skilled in end-to-end logistics operations, multimillion-dollar contract management, and strict HSE compliance. Expertise spans personnel and cargo transportation, flight and in-field operations, procurement, warehouse, and facility management.

Proven success in leading multidisciplinary teams, optimizing resources, and reinforcing a strong safety culture. Strong command of Arabic, French, and English with immediate worldwide mobility.

Logistics & Warehouse Supervisor at JV - Sonatrach, BP/ENI, Equinor (2006-01 – Present)

Responsible for overseeing end-to-end logistics operations across personnel and cargo transportation, flight operations and airstrip support, procurement, and warehouse management. Ensured strict compliance with HSE standards and seamless coordination between contractors, suppliers, and internal departments. Provided strategic leadership to multidisciplinary logistics teams, optimized resource utilization, and reinforced a strong safety culture in support of both routine and critical operations.

• Directed personnel and cargo transportation, ensuring efficient movement across multiple operational sites.
• Oversaw flight operations and airstrip support, including crew changes, medical evacuations, and refuelling activities.
• Managed vehicle fleet compliance, maintenance, and documentation, implementing journey management plans and LTMS audits.
• Managed and followed up on logistics contracts (transport, catering, vehicles, services).
• Conducted technical bid evaluations and supplier performance reviews, defining KPIs to drive accountability.
• Developed procurement strategies aligned with HSE and quality standards, optimizing supply chain efficiency.
• Led HSE initiatives, accident investigations, and internal/external audits, reinforcing a strong safety culture.
• Managed warehouse operations, asset and inventory control, and spare parts management to ensure operational readiness.
• Directed camp management, including accommodation and catering services.
• Produced operational reports, statistics, and studies to support management decisions and continuous improvement.
• Defined team strategy and objectives, providing leadership to multidisciplinary logistics teams and enhancing cross-departmental collaboration.
• Developed and routinely updated procedures to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.

Logistics Co-ordinator at JV - Sonatrach, BP, Statoil (2003-01 – 2006-12)

Managed and controlled air transport operations, airstrip activities, and personnel rotational planning. Responsibilities included securing airfield operations, arranging domestic and international travel bookings, and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations. Coordinated closely with logistics support staff to maintain systems and procedures for personnel movement and material management, supporting both routine and critical operations.

• Managed and controlled air transport operations and airstrip activities, ensuring safety compliance.
• Secured airstrip prior to aircraft movements, maintaining operational readiness.
• Maintained and monitored personnel rotational planning on a daily basis to support seamless operations.
• Arranged flight and accommodation bookings for operations personnel, covering local, national, and international travel.
• Established and operated systems and procedures to control personnel movement and material management.
• Supervised airfield activities, reinforcing safety standards and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinated with logistics support staff to ensure activities aligned with company policies and operational requirements.
• Produced accurate travel schedules and rotation plans to support operational continuity.

Flight Operations Section Lead at Tassili Airlines (1999-01 – 2003-12)

Responsible for planning, coordinating, and monitoring flight programs and schedules to ensure operational efficiency and compliance with aviation regulations. Supervising crew flown hours, managing aircraft contracts, and overseeing financial processes related to aviation services. Liaised between head office and regional operations office, developed documentation and procedures in line with local and international standards, and provided operational support to ground staff and crew members.

• Designed and monitored flight schedules and programs, optimizing operational efficiency and resource utilization.
• Coordinated flights with dispatchers and supervised crew flight hours to ensure compliance with aviation standards.
• Oversaw aircraft contracts, ensuring adherence to contractual obligations and regulatory requirements.
• Processed invoices from service providers, managing financial tracking and timely payments.
• Compiled and analysed monthly and yearly reports and ratios, providing insights for management decisions.
• Liaised between head office and regional office to coordinate air activities.
• Developed, managed, and maintained databases for statistical reporting and operational analysis.
• Created, maintained, and updated documentation including Jeppesen charts, approach procedures, and operational forms.
• Developed and maintained the operations manual, establishing procedures in compliance with local and international air transport regulations.
• Provided documentation and operational support to ground staff and crew members, reinforcing safety and efficiency.

D.E.S.S (Diplôme d'Études Supérieurs Spécialisés) in Logistics – Institut Supérieur de Gestion et de Planification