Receptionist (UAE National)

-; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Project Controls Manager. This is an exciting opportunity for an entry-level candidate to manage robust cost and schedule management for high-profile projects. Responsibilities include front desk operations, visitor assistance, and ensuring organized administrative tasks. The ideal candidate should possess good communication skills and a positive attitude, with a high school diploma required.

Benefits

Meaningful and interesting projects

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Competitive remuneration package

Medical Insurance

Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance

End of Service Gratuity

Employee Share Plan

Long Service Award

Commitment to continued professional development

Global connections

Qualifications

• No prior experience required.
• Commitment to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist visitors professionally.
• Manage front desk operations and inquiries.
• Assist with administrative tasks.

Skills

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, email handling)

Ability to stay organized and multitask effectively

A positive attitude and willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

THE ROLE

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Controls Manager with a proven track record in robust cost and schedule management, ideally coming from a cost control background, to take on a high value portfolio of projects for a high-profile client.

OUR CLIENTS AND PROJECTS

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Wood's Oil, Gas & New Energies business is built on a strong legacy of delivering large and complex projects for national and international energy companies across the globe. We have experienced teams, a proven delivery model and a strong reputation.

We are the market-leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions that challenge the status-quo in the oil and gas upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids and decarbonisation and electrification markets. We pride ourselves in steady and predictable delivery, setting our sights on an exciting growth trajectory.

Energy security, transition and supply have never been more important. You, our enabling teams, are at the very forefront of transformative projects that are providing sustainable power to generations to come. We are the ones to bring low‑carbon concepts to reality.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER

• Meaningful and interesting projects: Delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive renumeration package: With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient, and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: The company provides Life Assurance cover
• End of Service Gratuity: In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit
• The Employee Share Plan: Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company
• Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years' service of our employees at 5 year service milestones
• Commitment to continued professional development: Development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
• Global connections: Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession

ENERGY TRANSITION ACADEMY

Join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems - delivered by experts in their field

KEY OBJECTIVES FOR THIS ROLE

• Provide a welcoming and professional first point of contact for visitors and callers.
• Manage front desk operations, including handling inquiries and directing guests appropriately.
• Assist with administrative tasks to support daily office operations.
• Maintain a well‑organized and presentable reception area.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Greet and assist visitors in a friendly and professional manner.
• Answer and direct phone calls to the appropriate departments.
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries.
• Maintain office supplies and keep the reception area tidy.
• Assist with scheduling appointments and managing calendars.
• Provide basic administrative support, such as data entry and document filing

QUALIFICATIONS

What makes you remarkable? At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world's most critical challenges.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, email handling).
• Ability to stay organized and multitask effectively.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• High school diploma or equivalent (no prior experience required)

ABOUT US

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

DIVERSITY STATEMENT

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non‑exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.