Office Administrator

NOV Inc.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in oil and gas services is seeking an Office Administrator in Manchester, UK, to support daily operations. This role involves providing administrative support, preparing reports, and coordinating training events. The ideal candidate possesses excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and PowerBI. Join a supportive environment that values initiative and continuous improvement while contributing to meaningful operational outcomes.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an office or 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 including Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide 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 access cards.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office proficient

Problem-solving

Adaptable and dependable

Tools

PowerBI

Kronos or similar timekeeping systems

Job description

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.

Overview

What You’ll Do: As our Office Administrator, you’ll support daily operations and ensure the smooth running of the office.

Responsibilities

• Administrative & Team Support - Provide admin support to the Commercial Director and departmental leaders.
• Systems & Reporting - Prepare and deliver reports, supporting PowerBI and document control systems.
• People, Training & Engagement - Coordinate training events and produce training materials/certificates.
• Facilities, Access & Communication - Arrange travel and visa requirements; manage employee profiles, access cards, and Net2 access control.
• Front Office Duties - Handling incoming calls; monitor and manage access to the ShoreTel phone system.

What You Bring

We’re looking for someone who is adaptable, dependable, and confident working independently.

• 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.

Why Join NOV?

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.

Every day, the oil and gas industry's best minds put more than 150 years of experience to work to help our customers achieve lasting success. We Power the Industry that Powers the World. Throughout every region in the world and across every area of drilling and production, our family of companies has provided the technical expertise, the advanced equipment, and the operational support necessary for success—now and in the future. Global Family: We are a global family of thousands of individuals, working as one team to create a lasting impact for ourselves, our customers, and the communities where we live and work. Purposeful Innovation: Through purposeful business innovation, product creation, and service delivery, we are driven to power the industry that powers the world better.