Business Administration Level 3 Apprenticeship [Engineering Sector]

OLDHAM ENGINEERING INSTALLATIONS LTD.

OLDHAM (OL8 3QP)

Closes in 23 days (Friday 17 July 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 24 June 2026

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Summary

We are an experienced mechanical installation company, who pride ourselves on our on-the-job training and employee loyalty. Our employees are key in supporting us to achieve the levels of service that set us apart from our competitors and your role in this is outlined below.

• Wage:

  £16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

  National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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  Wage will automatically increase to £17,680pa after successfully completing the first 6 months of your course.

• Training course: Business administrator (level 3)
• Hours: Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm.

  40 hours a week

• Start date:

  Monday 17 August 2026

• Duration:

  1 year 6 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

• Experience of Microsoft Office Excel and Word. Apple Mac applications (Numbers and Pages) an advantage
• Manage telephone correspondence and communications
• Greeting visitors
• Provide administration support to the sales team
• Data input and contribute to the accurate recording and entering of sales and pricing information
• Assist in organising, coordinating and recording meetings
• Ensure you comply with Data Protection requirements when storing and sharing confidential / sensitive personal data relating to staff members and client project documentation
• Deal with incoming and external post
• Action in-coming emails promptly, monitoring and directing emails accordingly. Drafting out-going e-mails for Directors
• Manage diaries and book appointments
• Monitor and order stationery and cleaning materials, as directed by the Directors
• Monitor and order site work wear, including checking incoming deliveries
• Calling suppliers for quotations
• Placing order with suppliers for sites around the UK, arranging deliveries and collections of hired equipment and creating the associated purchase order documents
• Setting up enquiry and contract files (hard copy and electronic) and general filing duties
• Keeping the job book schedules, contract trackers and enquiry status sheets up to date
• Finding and booking accommodation for employees
• Updating internal employee health and safety CV’s and the training matrix records
• Assisting Directors with project pricing, including data entry of conveyor components, filling in timesheets and reports with the weekly hours from each site
• Typing up customer feedback and procedural non-conformance forms
• Assist in gathering and creating documentation as part of the client and governing body quality, health and safety appraisals and audits
• Complete case studies about projects already completed
• Assist in marketing projects, including PowerPoint presentations and creating more of an online and social media presence

The purpose of this job description is to focus on the main responsibilities of the role. The list of duties for which the postholder is responsible may, within reason, vary at the discretion of OEI.

Where you'll work

UNIT A
ALBERT STREET
HOLLINWOOD
OLDHAM
OL8 3QP

Training

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

Training provider

THE RECALVI ENTERPRISE LTD

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

Training will take place at work, during normal office hours.

Frequency TBA with the training provider.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade 4)
• Maths (grade 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
• Customer care skills
• Team working
• Initiative

Other requirements

A basic interest in maths and engineering is an advantage, but this is not a requirement.

About this employer

Mechanical Installation Specialists

Established family business

Small office team, offering consistent support and 1:1 mentoring throughout the apprenticeship 

http://www.oei.co.uk (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Access to our positive mental health Employee Assistance Program from Day 1. After your intital 6 months, we can discuss our work place pension scheme (auto enrolment for candidates +22 years old) and our health care benefits package. 

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

There is a lot of scope to take this role in a variety of directions within our organisation. In no particular order, some of these possibilities include: Health and Safety, Sales and Marketing including Social Media, Quality Management, Cyber Security, Finances, Human Resources.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

THE RECALVI ENTERPRISE LTD

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000038779.

Apply now

Closes in 23 days (Friday 17 July 2026 at 11:59pm)