Project Administrator

Penta Global Engineering; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Penta Global Engineering is seeking an experienced Project Administrator to lead HR and administrative operations for major Oil & Gas/EPC projects in the UAE. You will oversee attendance, leave, manpower allocation, and ensure strict compliance with UAE Labour Law and ADNOC site requirements.

Responsibilities include employee relations, payroll support, site documentation, and coordination with clients and subcontractors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• 12+ years of HR & Administration experience in Oil & Gas EPC projects.
• Knowledge of UAE Labour Law and site compliance requirements.
• Experience with ADNOC site mobilization (Onshore/Offshore).
• Experience managing large multicultural workforces (white- and blue-collar).
• Excellent communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and HR documentation systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead all HR and administrative operations at the project site.
• Oversee attendance, leave management, and manpower allocation.
• Ensure compliance with UAE Labour Law and ADNOC site requirements.
• Handle employee relations, grievance management, and disciplinary matters.
• Coordinate site administration including accommodation, transportation, site access, and welfare facilities.
• Support payroll processing through accurate manpower reporting and documentation.
• Maintain employee records and site administration documentation.
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders on manpower and administrative requirements.
• Promote a positive work environment and employee engagement initiatives.

Skills

HR operations

Administration

Attendance management

Leave management

Manpower allocation

UAE Labour Law

ADNOC site compliance

Employee relations

Payroll support

Stakeholder management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business Administration

Tools

HR documentation systems

Job description

We are currently seeking an experienced professional for the position of Project Administrator to support our major Oil & Gas/EPC projects in the UAE.

Please find below a brief overview of the role:

Position: Project Administrator

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all HR and administrative operations at the project site.
• Oversee attendance, leave management, and manpower allocation.
• Ensure compliance with UAE Labour Law and ADNOC site requirements.
• Handle employee relations, grievance management, and disciplinary matters.
• Coordinate site administration, including accommodation, transportation, site access, and welfare facilities.
• Support payroll processing through accurate manpower reporting and documentation.
• Maintain employee records and site administration documentation.
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders on manpower and administrative requirements.
• Promote a positive work environment and employee engagement initiatives.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 12 years of HR & Administration experience within Oil & Gas Construction or EPC projects.
• Strong knowledge of UAE Labour Law and site compliance requirements.
• Mandatory experience in ADNOC site mobilization activities (Onshore and Offshore).
• Proven experience managing large multicultural workforces, including both white-collar and blue-collar employees.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and HR documentation systems.