Business Administrator Apprentice
KELTBRAY LIMITED
Recruiting nationally
Closes in 18 days (Saturday 31 January 2026)
Posted on 9 January 2026
Contents
Summary
To assist in the efficient running of a material transfer facility while gaining practical experience and formal training in business administration. The apprentice will work under supervision to develop the skills and knowledge required to become a qualified business administrator.
- Wage
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Competitive
Competitive wage offered
- Training course
- Business administrator (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday - Friday: 40 Hours per week.
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Sunday 1 February 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
Duties & Responsibilities
- Operational support on material ticketing and transfer notes.
- Act as cover for the site weighbridge.
- Assist in sample analysis and paperwork for material sampling.
- Administrate ticketing for barge movements.
- Manage stakeholders and their differing relationships.
- Customer Service - Interact professionally with truck drivers, contractors, and visitors.
- Provide basic direction for drop-off zones when needed.
- Input new jobs and prices into the site systems to assist in daily business operations.
- Safety & Compliance.
- Follow all safety procedures, PPE requirements, and site rules.
- Report any hazards, equipment issues, or unsafe conditions to supervisors.
- Learn environmental and regulatory standards related to waste handling and recycling.
- Fill in logs and site checks for health, safety and environmental compliance.
What you will learn
- Software and systems for material tracking and invoicing.
- Produce accurate records through learning site systems.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with a small internal team and external clients.
- Paperwork requirements for daily site operations.
- Environmental and waste management practices.
- Teamwork and communication.
Where you'll work
Work Location: London - Silvertown
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
BABINGTON BUSINESS COLLEGE 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
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
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
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Team working
Other requirements
Essential:
- Basic numeracy and literacy skills.
- Must be eligible to enrol in a recognised apprenticeship program.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft word and excel computer software.
About this employer
Keltbray is a UK leading specialist engineering contractor, which offers engineering, construction, demolition, decommissioning, remediation, environmental services and reinforced concrete frame solutions. We are a key player in developing and maintaining Britain’s built environment and major civil engineering, operating in highly regulated climates and transforming sites across the UK. Our purpose is to redefine the way sustainable development is delivered. Based on our collective experience, we collaborate at the earliest stage to design and self-deliver innovative customer solutions across technically demanding built environment and infrastructure sectors. Working in partnership with our stakeholders, we are actively contributing to economic growth, social advancement and environmental protection. Diversity & Inclusion We advocate for difference and champion diversity to foster an inclusive environment that allows our people to bring their true selves to their work every day and enable our people to thrive by promoting health and preventing harm.
After this apprenticeship
The apprentice will gain the Level 3 Business Administrator qualification and potential career progression into further roles within the Company.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
BABINGTON BUSINESS COLLEGE LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000007878.
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Closes in 18 days (Saturday 31 January 2026)
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