Receptionist (Emiratization I UAE Nationals)

NOV; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 67,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

NOV is seeking an Emirati Fresh Graduate for a front-desk receptionist/administrative support role at our Abu Dhabi site. You will welcome visitors, manage calls, coordinate meetings, and assist with travel and office operations in a professional office environment.

Ideal candidates have 0-2 years of experience, a Diploma, and strong English and MS Office skills. The role requires attention to security procedures and cross-department collaboration.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to greet visitors professionally and maintain a welcoming reception area.
• Good business English and Microsoft Office proficiency required.
• Strong time management, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Resourceful and proactive when issues arise; able to multitask and prioritize.
• Excellent communication skills across diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Customer service oriented with a friendly demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome visitors, clients, and employees.
• Answer, screen, and direct incoming telephone calls.
• Manage visitor sign-in procedures and comply with site security requirements.
• Receive, sort, and distribute mail and deliveries.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings and conference-room bookings.
• Maintain a clean, organized reception area and provide general administrative support.
• Monitor office supplies and place orders when necessary.
• Maintain records and contact lists; respond to inquiries professionally.
• Support other departments with administrative tasks.
• Issue PPE to visitors entering the plant; assist travel arrangements as needed.
• Coordinate with Facilities for repairs, pest control, and cleaning services.

Skills

Pleasant personality

Communication skills

Time management

Organization

Problem-solving

Proactive attitude

Multitasking

Customer service

Education

Diploma degree

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Job Description

This vacancy is part of NOV's Emiratization initiative and open for Emirati Fresh graduates. Serves as the first point of contact, providing professional and courteous assistance to visitors, clients, and employees. This role manages front-desk operations, answers and direct calls, coordinate visitors and meetings, handles mail and deliveries, and provides general administrative support to ensure a welcoming and efficient office environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome visitors, clients, and employees.
• Answer, screen, and direct incoming telephone calls.
• Manage visitor sign-in procedures and comply with site security requirements.
• Receive, sort, and distribute mail and deliveries.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings and conference-room bookings.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional reception area.
• Provide general administrative and clerical support.
• Monitor office supplies and place orders when necessary.
• Maintain accurate records and contact lists.
• Respond to inquiries professionally and promptly.
• Support other departments with assigned administrative tasks.
• Issue personal protective equipment (PPE) to visitors entering the plant.
• Assist with travel arrangements, including flight, hotel, and car rental bookings, as needed.
• Coordinate with Facilities and Building Maintenance regarding repairs, pest control, and cleaning services.

Qualifications

• Pleasant personality with friendly manner
• Good communication skills, ability to handle different kinds of people from different culture and background.
• Time management, organized, quality oriented, analytical and problem-solving skills,
• Ability to be resourceful and proactive when issues arise
• Multitasking and time-management skills, with ability to prioritize task
• Customer service attitude

Education And Experience Required

• Proven work experience as a Receptionist and Admin - preferred.
• 0-2 years’ experience in a related field
• Diploma degree
• Knowledge in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other MS Office software
• Good business English and Microsoft command