Part- time Project & Operations Assistant (Oil, Gas, and Mining Projects)

Job description

Location: Remote / Egypt or KSA-based (preferred)

Employment Type: Part-Time

Reports To: Manager – Logistics & Projects

About the Role

We are seeking a highly organized and analytical Project & Operations Assistant to support a senior leader overseeing logistics, infrastructure, and field projects within the oil, gas, and mining sectors.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in project management, reporting, and dashboarding, and a strong understanding of industrial or infrastructure projects such as real estate development, logistics, or field operations.

In this role, you will work closely with and shadow a senior manager, assisting in the coordination, documentation, and monitoring of complex projects. You will play a key part in ensuring operational excellence through structured reporting, project tracking, and data-driven insights.

Key Responsibilities

- Support the Manager in planning, tracking, and reporting of ongoing logistics and infrastructure projects.

- Prepare and maintain project dashboards, reports, and performance summaries, highlighting key milestones, risks, and KPIs.

- Assist in budget monitoring, procurement coordination, and vendor performance tracking.

- Develop and update project documentation, including timelines, risk registers, and progress trackers.

- Conduct data analysis and prepare executive-level presentations and briefings.

- Coordinate with internal teams and external contractors to ensure timely progress and compliance.

- Participate in shadowing sessions and project meetings, capturing key actions and supporting decision-making.

- Support in the continuous improvement of processes and contribute to digital reporting initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

- 3+ years of experience in project management or operations, ideally within oil & gas, mining, construction, or real estate development industries.

- Proven experience with project management tools and reporting software (e.g., MS Project, Power BI, Excel, or similar).

- Strong analytical, reporting, and organizational skills with high attention to detail.

- Familiarity with PMP principles or formal project management methodologies is an advantage.

- Excellent communication skills in English; Arabic is a plus.

- Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and deliver high-quality outputs within deadlines.

Why Join

- Collaborate directly with a senior industry expert leading high-impact infrastructure and logistics projects.

- Gain exposure to complex industrial operations in oil, gas, and mining.

- Contribute to strategic decision-making through data-driven insights.

- Flexible, part-time opportunity that values professionalism, learning, and initiative.

Ideal Candidate

You are a detail-oriented professional who thrives in dynamic, technical environments. You’re comfortable managing data, deadlines, and deliverables while learning through hands-on collaboration. You understand how projects operate in large-scale industrial contexts and enjoy turning complex information into clear, actionable insights.