General Assistant

Hitachi; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation technology firm in Abu Dhabi, UAE, is seeking a motivated General Assistant. The candidate will manage travel arrangements, oversee databases, and coordinate events. This role requires 3 to 5 years of relevant experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. The position is full-time and involves working onsite in a fast-paced environment. If you're ready to contribute to a global leader, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of expertise in an administrative role.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Fluency in English; Arabic is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Booking and arranging travel and accommodation.
• Managing databases and filing systems.
• Coordinating events and meetings.
• Handling communication and inquiries at the front desk.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Job ID: R0112707

Date Posted: 2025-12-16

Company Name: HITACHI RAIL STS S.P.A.

Profession (Job Category): Administration & Facilities

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Job Description

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated General Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in Dubai & Abu Dhabi – UAE.

Who We Are

Hitachi Rail is an international leader with a global presence in signaling and the implementation of integrated transport systems for freight and passenger railways, as well as mass transit systems. We design, manufacture and implement signaling systems for the management and control of freight and passenger traffic on mainline railways as well as metros.

We believe that our five key values guide our actions and make Hitachi Rail a competitive, effective company: Customer Focus, Innovation and Excellence, People, Team Spirit, and Integrity.

Accountabilities

• Booking and arranging Travel and accommodation aligned with the company procedures
• Managing data bases and filing system
• Organizational Skills
• Editing of Presentations
• Management of Country Manager Meetings recording monthly MOM
• Collecting all the document that needs to be signed
• Manage Petty cash (if assigned)
• High level of integrity, accountability and initiative
• Expenses Management (If assigned)
• Events Coordination
• Strong communication, interpersonal and problem solving skills
• Receive all the company packages
• P.O. Box Management (Correspondences)
• Front Desk
• Screening phone calls, enquiries and requests, and handling them when appropriate
• meeting and greeting visitors at all levels of seniority
• Discretion and an understanding of confidentiality issues.
• Manage the stationary in the branch aligned with the facility management, including kitchen needs.

Technical Requirements

• 3 up to 5 years of expertise
• Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, etc.
• Outlook

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree

Languages

• English Proficiency
• Arabic is a plus

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

It is our commitment at Hitachi Rail to create a diverse environment, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or status.

Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at https://www.hitachirail.com/careers.

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