Business Support Administrator

Business Support Administrator

Salary: £28,000–£35,000 Location: Office-based

About the Role

This is a great opportunity to join a long‑established, growing family business in a role designed for someone who wants to learn, develop and gradually take on more responsibility. You’ll provide day‑to‑day administrative and operational support across the business, helping keep things organised, compliant and running smoothly.

The role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, takes pride in being organised, and wants to grow into a broader business support position over time.  We are also open to applications from recent graduates wanting to develop a career.

Key Responsibilities

General Administration

Support the daily running of the office.

Maintain company trackers, diaries and basic documentation.

Assist the Directors and Contracts Manager with routine admin tasks.

Keep files, records and systems organised and up to date.

Operations Support

Help prepare simple project documents and update project trackers.

Collect information from site teams and ensure paperwork is filed correctly.

Assist with sourcing materials and obtaining quotations.

Support basic procurement tasks (training provided).

Health & Safety & Compliance Administration

Maintain training records, PPE logs and competency documents.

Keep compliance files organised and ensure documents are current.

Help coordinate equipment servicing, calibration and PAT testing.

Update plant, equipment and vehicle records.

Fleet & Asset Administration

Keep vehicle and equipment records up to date.

Book MOTs, servicing and HGV tests when required.

Assist with stock takes and maintaining inventories.

HR & People Support

Prepare new starter paperwork and maintain employee files.

Update holiday records and training schedules.

Support basic recruitment administration as the business grows.

Accounts Administration

• Process timesheets and update payroll trackers.
• Assist with invoices, purchase orders and expenses.
• Liaise with external accountants for routine queries.

Marketing & General Support

• Help with simple website updates (training provided).
• Assist with social media posts and basic content.
• Support general business tasks as needs evolve.

Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for someone who:

Is organised, reliable and takes pride in keeping things running smoothly.

Has strong attention to detail.

Can manage multiple tasks without becoming overwhelmed.

Is proactive and willing to learn.

Communicates clearly and professionally.

Enjoys working in a small, friendly, family-run business.

Wants to grow into a broader business support role over time.

Experience in construction or engineering is helpful but not essential. Strong admin or office support experience is equally valuable.

Salary & Flexibility

• £28,000–£35,000, depending on experience.
• Full-time preferred, but flexibility considered.

Key Message

We don’t expect you to have experience in every area. What matters most is attitude, organisation, willingness to learn, and taking ownership. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to grow with a stable, expanding family business.