Field Business Technician

Title: Field Business Technician
Assignment Type: 1 year contract
Schedule: In office Monday through Friday
Location: Edson, Alberta

Overview
The Field Business Technician provides day‑to‑day administrative support to both internal and external stakeholders. This role requires strong judgment, independence, and a solid understanding of departmental processes and business unit objectives. The ideal candidate is professional, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, field‑based environment. Candidates must reside in or near Edson, Alberta.

Key Responsibilities
Administrative & Office Support

• Greeting and signing in guests
• Manage and order office supplies
• Prepare spreadsheets, presentations, and forms for operations staff
• Maintain records and file retention (including e-filing)
• Take meeting minutes as required
• Organize and order PPE for staff
• Coordinate safety training for staff

Operations & Vendor Coordination

• Coordinate and track field requests
• Provide vendor relations support
• Review and/or approve Operations invoices
• Track and investigate vendor spend
• Maintain hierarchy and cost center listings

Communication & Collaboration

• Provide courteous, professional support to internal and external stakeholders
• Act as a key communicator within the department using Outlook, Microsoft Teams, and SharePoint
• Build strong working relationships with departments such as IT and Finance
• Support invoicing, requisitions, and other cross‑departmental requests
• Update and distribute procedures, monitoring guides, organizational charts, handbooks, and manuals
• Contribute to shared team responsibilities to help achieve departmental goals

Qualifications
Required

• High school diploma or GED
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and meet tight deadlines
• High level of professionalism and discretion with confidential information
• Knowledge of professional office procedures
• Strong attention to detail and disciplined work ethic
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced, changing environment
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Legally authorized to work in Canada on a full‑time basis without restrictions

Preferred

• Diploma in Business or Office Administration
• Previous administrative experience (oil and gas experience is an asset)
• Experience working with SAP

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.