Project Lead

NOV WLF is the global leader in the design and manufacture of wireline intervention products for slickline and electric line applications, Flowline valves and equipment, and is a subsidiary company of National Oilwell Varco (NOV). Our business is establishing a new working hub in India, focused on office-based support roles across engineering, planning and sales disciplines.

We are seeking a Project Lead to take end-to-end ownership of all activities associated with setting up and staffing the new office. This position will serve as the primary in-country coordinator, working closely with UK-based WLF leadership to support recruitment, infrastructure, and operational readiness. The successful candidate will be responsible for liaising with internal stakeholders, local vendors, and support teams to ensure a successful launch and alignment with global standards.

This role offers a unique opportunity to shape a new regional hub while enabling strategic collaboration with international teams.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Lead the full lifecycle of the office setup, including facilities, infrastructure, and team mobilization. Act as the in-country point of contact for UK-based leadership, providing regular status reports on progress, issues, and risks. Collaborate with internal, in-country departments such as IT, HR, Recruitment, Facilities, and Finance to ensure timely execution of setup activities. Support recruitment activities by identifying and coordinating local hiring of engineering, planning, and sales personnel. Engage with local recruitment partners, leverage market knowledge, and align hiring with project timelines. Work closely with the local IT team to ensure timely installation of network infrastructure and hardware. Monitor and report on project and facility budgets, ensuring alignment with financial targets. Develop and maintain appropriate documentation, including project plans, risk logs, status reports, and stakeholder updates. Ensure compliance with NOV policies, procedures, local laws, and health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards. Foster a professional and collaborative environment in line with NOV’s mission and core values. Support other departments and carry out other duties as and when business requirements dictate as may be reasonably expected by line manager.

Skills & Experience Required

Strategic

Strong understanding of project coordination, facilities management, and recruitment processes. Able to quickly assess challenges and propose solutions that support both local execution and global objectives.

Operating

Comfortable working across functions and managing third-party service providers. Detail-oriented with a strong grasp of budgets, timelines, and stakeholder needs. Able to plan and manage multiple tasks concurrently in a structured manner.

Organisational

Professional communication and reporting skills — verbal and written. Strong relationship-building abilities with a confident, collaborative approach.

Energy and Confidence

Self-motivated, with a high level of personal accountability and initiative. Energised by the opportunity to shape a new operational footprint. Ability to make informed decisions in ambiguous or fast-changing conditions. Willing to take ownership and challenge blockers in a diplomatic, results-oriented way.

Personal and Interpersonal

Committed to delivering a high level of internal customer service. Comfortable working remotely with stakeholders across time zones. Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and a continuous improvement mindset.

Education & Experience Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Business, or related field High degree of communication skills Exposure to global collaboration or remote team environments  Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Outlook, Teams) Knowledge of Indian recruitment practices and vendor management Excellent written and spoken English Carry out all duties in accordance with Quality Assurance procedures and area-specific work instructions. Contribute to continuous improvement across all activities related to the project. Participate in training as required and support onboarding of future staff. Carry out all duties safely and in accordance with the Health & Safety Policy, Employee Handbook, procedures, training and instruction. Encourage and monitor that same approach for all onboarded employees. To be safety conscious and report any safety hazards to the HSE representative.

Desirable

Project Management Certification (PMP, PRINCE2) Experience in managing cross-functional operational projects Ability to communicate in regional languages Experience with ERP systems or project tracking tools.

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