Technical Administrator / Administrative Assistant
Built on expertise. Trusted for 50 years. Delivery assured — every time.
Altrad Sparrows is a global provider of specialist engineering, inspection, operations and maintenance services to the offshore energy, industrial and renewables markets. We specialize in delivering structured and tailored solutions to meet our clients' lifting, mechanical handling, and fluid power requirements, whether that's on a drilling rig, a fixed offshore platform, or an onshore refinery, port, power station or manufacturing facility.
With over 65,000 people across 50+ locations worldwide, we work around the world, around the clock, combining global reach with the network, knowledge and responsiveness of a local specialist. Our in-house engineering capability spans mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, structural and integrity disciplines, giving us the depth to take on complex, safety-critical challenges others can't.
Our 'above all, one standard' commitment to quality and safety means our clients can count on consistent, high performance — every time, everywhere.
Safety. Quality. People. These are the foundations we've built on for 50 years, and the values that will drive us forward.
MAIN PURPOSE:
Undertake a Technical Administrator function within Sparrows Offshore LLC to provide administrative support to the Lake Charles Services and Houston Services business areas. Provide support in certain areas of the Human Resources Department.
EXPERIENCE:
2+ year’s relevant experience
EDUCATION:
High School diploma or Equivalent
REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Minimum of two years of experience within technical / engineering administrative function
- Ability to work reprographic equipment effectively (scanning, plotting, printing)
- Excellent communication skills – written and verbal
- Excellent computer skills
- Ability to perform tasks independently, with minimum supervision, as well as within a team environment
- Ability to multi-task and effectively manage work across multiple projects.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide day-to-day administrative support and assist with the coordination of departmental and job-related activities.
- Create, maintain, and update jobs within Company systems.
- Maintain accurate electronic files and supporting documentation relating to the jobs and departmental activities.
- Assist with the preparation, collection, organization, and distribution of the job documentation as required.
- Monitor outstanding administrative actions associated with active jobs and follow up with the appropriate personnel to ensure required information is received and processed timely.
- Assist with job setup and closeout activities, ensuring required administrative documentation and system information is complete.
- Support the processing and review of timesheets, including identifying missing or incomplete submissions and coordinating corrections with the appropriate personnel. Enter time into ERP system from timesheets.
- Monitor administrative deadlines and outstanding actions and communicate upcoming or overdue items to the appropriate personnel.
- Comply with the Company's Quality Management System, Safety Management System, policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Provide general administrative support to the department and undertake other reasonable duties consistent with the position as required.
- Provide general administrative support to the Human Resources department.
WHY ALTRAD SPARROWS
- We invest in our people, operate with integrity, and build careers — not just fill jobs.
- Stable, growing industrial services company with a strong global footprint
- Collaborative, safety-first culture with real investment in workforce development
- Leadership visibility: This role reports directly to the Business Manager and influences shop-wide operations
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive Benefits: 401(k) with matching, health/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, paid time off, referral program, and retirement plan.
- Career Growth: Opportunities to advance within a global organization.
- Core Values: Respect, Solidarity, Courage, Humility, and Conviviality—creating a positive and inclusive workplace.