Technical Project Administrator

NRL; Plympton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site role

Fixed-term until Sept 2028

Job summary

NRL operates Langage Power Station near Plymouth and seeks a proactive Project Administrator to support a major power project. The role emphasizes SAP and Microsoft Office proficiency and on-site coordination to keep complex activities running smoothly.

You will arrange meetings, manage documents, support budget tracking, and ensure proper version control while maintaining confidentiality. This is a full-time, site-based position with a stable project timeline.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project administration or project support.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Proficient SAP knowledge (purchasing, service entry and goods receipting).
• Competent with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• GCSEs at grade C / level 4 or above in Maths and English.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the project team, including arranging meetings, travel and accommodation, preparing agendas, and taking minutes.
• Manage documentation using electronic systems, ensuring accurate control, updates, and archiving.
• Use the SAP system for purchase orders, service entry sheets and goods receipting, and assist colleagues in its use.
• Administer incoming and outgoing correspondence, shared mailboxes and filing systems.
• Support senior project staff with document reviews and version control.
• Monitor office supplies, coordinate purchases, and maintain records.
• Assist with basic budget tracking and financial tasks.
• Uphold confidentiality and data protection standards in all administrative activities.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join a leading power generation business supporting a high-profile lifetime extension project at Langage Power Station. This site-based position is ideal for an organised and proactive Project Administrator with strong SAP and Microsoft Office experience who enjoys playing a key role in keeping complex projects running smoothly.

Location and Working Pattern

Langage Power Station, near Plymouth

Full-time, 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday)

On-site role – no hybrid working available

Client Overview

Our client operates a major power generation and storage portfolio across the UK and Europe, supplying reliable, flexible energy to support the transition towards a more sustainable grid. With over 14 GW of installed or in-construction capacity, they are one of Europe’s largest gas-to-power producers, committed to safe operations and long-term energy resilience.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the project team, including arranging meetings, travel and accommodation, preparing agendas, and taking minutes.
• Manage documentation using electronic systems, ensuring accurate control, updates, and archiving.
• Use the SAP system for purchase orders, service entry sheets and goods receipting, and assist colleagues in its use.
• Administer incoming and outgoing correspondence, shared mailboxes and filing systems.
• Support senior project staff with document reviews and version control.
• Monitor office supplies, coordinate purchases, and maintain records.
• Assist with basic budget tracking and financial tasks.
• Uphold confidentiality and data protection standards in all administrative activities.

Must-have Requirements

• Proven experience in project administration or project support.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Proficient SAP knowledge (purchasing, service entry and goods receipting).
• Competent with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• GCSEs at grade C / level 4 or above in Maths and English.
• High integrity and ability to handle confidential information.

Nice-to-have Skills

• Experience in construction, energy or similar project-based industries.
• Secretarial or administrative qualification (e.g. RSA I).
• Experience coordinating across large project teams.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on one of the UK’s key energy infrastructure projects.
• Fixed-term stability through to September 2028.
• Collaborative team environment surrounded by experienced professionals.