Business Administrator Apprentice

Introduction

Greenfields is interesting and unique. We are a close team, who work hard and support each other. You will feel a part of the Greenfields family very quickly. A friendly, open atmosphere, we work in offices located on an agricultural yard, so mucky boots and jeans are a must! I hope you like dogs too, because sometimes they make a visit!

About the Employer

We are a small business located just outside Cropwell Bishop in Nottinghamshire. We operate in the commercial sector for landowners and businesses offering the following services: Arboriculture, Ecological, Fencing, Forestry, Landscaping & Maintenance and Planting. We travel to most areas of the UK and have a dedicated team who take great pride in their work. We have an exceptional Health & Safety culture, and this is reflected every day in the professionalism of our staff and subcontractors. A keen, passionate company who believe in what we do. We have very good relationships with our clients and invest in our employees through training and development.

Please take a look at our website for more information, together with Facebook and Instagram.

What You'll Do

Role Purpose

To support the business with a wide range of administrative, operational and office-based tasks while developing knowledge, skills and behaviours through a Business Administration Apprenticeship. The role provides practical experience across office administration, purchasing support, supplier and site coordination, records management, communications and general business support.

Role Duties

Office Administration & Coordination

• Assist with hotel bookings and other travel or accommodation arrangements as required
• Support the organisation of diesel and AdBlue requirements for yard and site operations, including arranging deliveries where required
• Arrange portaloo hire and organise waste skips for yard and site locations
• Assist with the delivery and collection of vehicles as required by the business
• Undertake general office administration duties, including scanning, filing and record retention

Purchasing & Supplier Support

• Support purchasing activities under supervision, ensuring requests are processed accurately and efficiently
• Communicate with external providers, including subcontractors and suppliers, in a professional manner
• Help maintain accurate records relating to external providers, orders and general business administration

Customer, Site & Communication Support

• Deal with contractors and visitors to site in a professional and helpful manner
• Answer and direct office telephone enquiries appropriately
• Assist with website updates, social media content and general business communications
• Support the creation of newsletters, project sheets, photography and other visual content   
• Help gather and manage customer feedback forms and related records

Stock, Compliance & Business Support

• Assist with the management of PPE, including stock control and PPE stocktakes
• Support the administration of drug and alcohol testing arrangements and related records
• Contribute to social value activities, charity events and wider business support tasks
• Maintain accurate records, documents and files in line with company procedures and retention requirements

You will be required to carry out any reasonable task to meet the business needs of Greenfields.

To always work with Greenfields policies and procedures.

Training Outcome

An Office and Accounts Administrator position with more responsibility and a higher salary.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Team working
• Eager to learn
• Reliable
• Punctual
• Friendly and Professional

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English & Maths - 9-4 / C

Course Information

Course: Business administrator (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Business and administration

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: 9:00am – 5:00pm, 4 days per week 45-minute lunch break each day

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: NOTTINGHAM COLLEGE