Administration Apprentice
M J WILSON GROUP LIMITED
Grimsby (DN31 1SQ)
Closes in 16 days (Sunday 26 July 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 9 July 2026
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Summary
MJ Wilson Group have an exciting opportunity for an Apprentice Administrator, supporting the smooth running of administration process and wider business support. You’ll become the organisational backbone of our team, with mentoring, full training and support to help you reach your potential.
- Wage
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£16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
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Starting apprenticeship wage of £8.00 per hour, to be reviewed as your training progresses.
- Training course
- Business administrator (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday to Friday, 08.00 - 17.00 with a 1-hour lunch break.
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 3 August 2026
- Duration
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1 year 6 months
- Positions available
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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
As our new apprentice, you will learn our administrative processes to allow you to offer support to different business functions. You will be fully trained and supported to learn about MJ Wilson Group, which will allow you to progress within the organisation.
Your duties will include:
- Filing purchase orders, acknowledgements and proof of deliveries
- Managing the non-conformance report system
- Manage the training matrix and organisation of refresher courses
- All aspects of general administration including providing administrative support to other team members
- Data entry and storing information correctly in line with GDPR
- Processing orders and generating relevant documentation when requested
- Preparing test certification
- Generating bolt-cutting sheets
Where you'll work
Charlton Street
Grimsby
DN31 1SQ
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
TEC PARTNERSHIP
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
Business Administrator Level 3.
All delivery for this apprenticeship will take place within your place of work. A dedicated Vocational Trainer will visit on average once every 4 weeks, to establish a personal learning and development plan, outlining a schedule of training activities and business objectives.
You will complete a mixture of on and off the job training, including workshops, face to face training and working towards creating a portfolio of relevant practical evidence. You’ll also be supported by your colleagues at all times and will have a full induction.
You will have a review every 8-12 weeks with your Line Manager and Trainer to discuss your progress.
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 4/C or above (or equivalent))
- Maths (grade 4/C or above (or equivalent))
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
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Reliable timekeeping
- Excellent attendance
- Confident communication skills
- Friendly and approachable
- Willing to learn
Other requirements
MJ Wilson is based on Charlton Street in Grimsby (DN31 1SQ). Please check the employer’s location and ensure you would be able to report for work on a daily basis.
About this employer
Established in 1972, the MJ Wilson Group is a leading supplier of process instrumentation, valves and controls, pipeline products, stud bolts, fixings and engineering consumables across the UK and Europe through its national branch network. We partner with and represent leading instrumentation manufacturers, while offering extensive in-house production capabilities, system integration and service facilities. Everything we do is driven by our five core values: consistency, safety, value, efficiency and partnership, which are embedded in the technical advice, customised process solutions and ongoing customer support we provide.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
The MJ Wilson Group Apprentice Programme provides a fantastic opportunity for apprentices to build a strong foundation of capability that will lead to a permanent job role, and possible internal progression.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
TEC PARTNERSHIP
Tim West
myapprenticeship@grimsby.ac.uk
01472311222
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000039314.
Apply now
Closes in 16 days (Sunday 26 July 2026 at 11:59pm)