Office Administrator

National Oilwell Varco; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading oilfield services company in Manchester seeks an Office Administrator to support commercial and operational teams. The ideal candidate is organised, proactive, and detail-driven, with strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and PowerBI. Responsibilities include administrative support, report preparation, training coordination, and managing travel. Join a supportive environment focused on continuous improvement and personal development.

Benefits

Supportive environment

Opportunities for personal development

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an office/administrative environment.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively.
• Excellent communication skills across all organisational levels.
• High attention to detail and a proactive attitude.
• Strong computer literacy in Microsoft Office and PowerBI.

Responsibilities

• Admin support to the Commercial Director and departmental leaders.
• Prepare and deliver reports, supporting PowerBI and document control systems.
• Coordinate training events and produce training materials/certificates.
• Arrange travel and visa requirements, manage employee profiles, access cards, and net2 access control.
• Handle incoming calls and monitor access to the ShoreTel phone system.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Proactive attitude

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

PowerBI

Tools

Kronos or similar timekeeping systems

Job description

Overview

Are you an organised, proactive, and detail-driven professional looking to make a real impact? NOV Greengate is seeking an Office Administrator who will play a key role in supporting our commercial and operational teams – helping the business run smoothly and efficiently. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy problem-solving, and take pride in delivering high-quality administrative support, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Admin support to the Commercial Director and departmental leaders.
• Prepare and deliver reports, supporting PowerBI and document control systems.
• Coordinate training events and produce training materials/certificates.
• Arrange travel and visa requirements, manage employee profiles, access cards, and Net2 access control.
• Handle incoming calls, monitor and manage access to the ShoreTel phone system.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an office/administrative environment.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively.
• Excellent communication skills across all organisational levels.
• High attention to detail and a proactive attitude.
• Strong computer literacy: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook), PowerBI.
• Understanding of Kronos or similar timekeeping systems.

Desirable

• Experience in data reporting and document control platforms.
• Ability to manage multiple systems and tools in a busy operational environment.

Benefits

At NOV, you'll be part of a supportive environment that values initiative, continuous improvement, and personal development. You'll have the chance to broaden your skills, work with dedicated teams, and contribute to meaningful operational outcomes.