Apprentice Administrator D.S. WATSON CIVIL ENGINEERING (ANGLIA) LIMITED

A busy and varied role, encapsulating every aspect throughout our construction business. Tasks will include procurement, fleet management, financial and general administration with potential of accompanied site visits. It is intended that - providing you successfully complete your apprenticeship - you will become a permanent member of staff.

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Closing date: 20 Jun 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    Competitive

    This pay rate is above National Minimum Wage

    It is intended that - providing you successfully complete your apprenticeship - you will become a permanent member of staff.

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:00

    Total hours per week: 45

    (the hours are based on the candidate being over 18)

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    30 Jul 2024

  • Date posted

    21 Feb 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000232670

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

Material Procurement
Customer service
Fleet Management
Client Customer Care
Construction site equipment repairs
Stock Control
Document cataloguing and archiving
Company Insurance claim handling
County Council Street Works notices
Accepting deliveries
Liaising with management
Preparing Orders
Handling Meetings
Financial Administration
Company Training Matrix

The training you will be getting

You will receive training in how to assist with:

 

Material Procurement
Customer service
Fleet Management
Client Customer Care
Construction site equipment repairs
Stock Control
Document cataloguing and archiving
Company Insurance claim handling
County Council Street Works notices
Accepting deliveries
Liaising with management
Preparing Orders
Handling Meetings
Financial Administration
Company Training Matrix
 
The post holder may be required to perform duties other than those given in the job description. The particular duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed.

 

Other than the requirement of some college attendance, some of which can be undertaken remotely, to support the end point assessment process the Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard training programme is primarily delivered in the workplace.

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

You will possess an outgoing personality coupled with a common sense approach.

You will be a good team player who is: well groomed, friendly, enthusiastic, approachable, hardworking, honest, reliable and punctual. Above all you will possess a keen willingness to learn and have a strong work ethic.


Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Team working, Punctual

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4) Essential

Things to consider

The nature of the job role dictates that you will be required to spend long periods of time working on a computer. Due to the location of our business, and the fact that we are not easily accessible by public transport, it would be beneficial that you have access to your own means of transport.

About the employer

We are one of the Main Medium Sized Civil Engineering & Groundworks Contractors in East Anglia that construct Infrastructure works for some of the largest developers in the country. Our company has been established since 1974 and have multiple employees with over 30-40 years of groundworks experience. We have an expansive range of Construction Plant & Equipment and have our Headquarters established in Beccles, Suffolk.

Employer

D.S. WATSON CIVIL ENGINEERING (ANGLIA) LIMITED

Address

D S Watson Civil Engineering (Anglia) Ltd

Beccles Business Park

BECCLES

NR34 7BF

Contact

Conor Reeves

conor@dswatson.co.uk

07494034045

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Training

Training provider

EAST COAST COLLEGE

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Apprenticeship standard

Business administrator

Level 3 (A level)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications


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