Business Administration Apprentice

ELECTROGEAR (FAREHAM) LTD

FAREHAM (PO16 8XT)

Closes on Sunday 31 May 2026

Posted on 21 April 2026

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Summary

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to join our team as a Business Administration Apprentice. This role is designed to provide structured training, practical experience across all departments, and the opportunity to achieve a nationally recognised Level 3 qualification.

• Wage:

  £16,000 a year

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  Starting wage is in the range £16,000 to £21,000 per annum.

• Training course: Business administrator (level 3)
• Hours: Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:00

  37 hours 30 minutes a week

• Start date:

  Monday 8 June 2026

• Duration:

  1 year 3 months

• Positions available:

  1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

Are you ready to kick start your career in Business? This is a perfect opportunity for a motivated individual ready to grow, learn, and get stuck into the world of business.

This role is designed to provide structured training, practical experience across all departments (administration, production, purchasing, operations, finance, human resources).

The Business Administration Apprentice will be responsible for the following duties:

• Handling incoming telephone calls and directing enquiries appropriately
• Responding to emails and assisting with written correspondence
• Filing, scanning, and maintaining both digital and paper records
• Data entry and maintaining internal databases
• Supporting diary management and scheduling meetings
• Preparing meeting rooms and taking minutes where required
• Managing office supplies and processing purchase orders
• Assisting with customer service enquiries
• Ensuring compliance with company policies and data protection requirements

Where you'll work

ELECTROGEAR (FAREHAM) LIMITED
UNIT D1
FAREHAM HEIGHTS STANDARD WAY
FAREHAM
PO16 8XT

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

PETA LIMITED

Training course

Business administrator (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

• Skilled in the use of multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organisation in order to: write letters or emails, create proposals, perform financial processes, record and analyse data. Examples include MS Office or equivalent packages. Able to choose the most appropriate IT solution to suit the business problem. Able to update and review databases, record information and produce data analysis where required.
• Produces accurate records and documents including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals. Makes recommendations for improvements and present solutions to management. Drafts correspondence, writes reports and able to review others' work. Maintains records and files, handles confidential information in compliance with the organisation's procedures. Coaches others in the processes required to complete these tasks.
• Exercises proactivity and good judgement. Makes effective decisions based on sound reasoning and is able to deal with challenges in a mature way. Seeks advice of more experienced team members when appropriate.
• Builds and maintains positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation. Demonstrates ability to influence and challenge appropriately. Becomes a role model to peers and team members, developing coaching skills as they gain area knowledge.
• Demonstrates good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms. Uses the most appropriate channels to communicate effectively. Demonstrates agility and confidence in communications, carrying authority appropriately. Understands and applies social media solutions appropriately. Answers questions from inside and outside of the organisation, representing the organisation or department.
• Completes tasks to a high standard. Demonstrates the necessary level of expertise required to complete tasks and applies themself to continuously improve their work. Is able to review processes autonomously and make suggestions for improvements. Shares administrative best-practice across the organisation e.g. coaches others to perform tasks correctly. Applies problem-solving skills to resolve challenging or complex complaints and is a key point of contact for addressing issues.
• Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time in order to successfully meet deadlines. Positively manages the expectations of colleagues at all levels and sets a positive example for others in the workplace. Makes suggestions for improvements to working practice, showing understanding of implications beyond the immediate environment (e.g. impact on clients, suppliers, other parts of the organisation). Manages resources e.g. equipment or facilities. Organises meetings and events, takes minutes during meetings and creates action logs as appropriate. Takes responsibility for logistics e.g. travel and accommodation.
• Uses relevant project management principles and tools to scope, plan, monitor and report. Plans required resources to successfully deliver projects. Undertakes and leads projects as and when required.

Training schedule

• Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard. You will complete a 15-month apprenticeship which includes 12 days at the PETA training centre in Cosham
• You will be supported every 6-8 weeks with visits from your PETA Learning & Development Coach

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade C/4)
• Maths (grade C/4)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Team working
• Willingness to learn
• Able to develop professionally
• Professional and positive
• Confidentiality and integrity
• Time management skills

About this employer

Electrogear Solutions are an electrical manufacturing company based in the south of England. We collectively have a wealth of knowledge and experience in industry and work with clients nationwide on projects that involve Electromechanical, Electrical, Electronic, Prototype, Manufacturing, Test, Troubleshooting, Installation and Commissioning in a variety of different industry sectors.

https://www.electrogear-solutions.com/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

• Free parking 
• Long service awards after 2 years’ service 
• Annual employee event 

After this apprenticeship

• There are numerous opportunities for personal growth and career development after completing the apprenticeship, providing a solid foundation for long-term professional success

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The contact for this apprenticeship is:

PETA LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000027469.

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Closes on Sunday 31 May 2026

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