Introduction

The Business Administration Apprentice at RM Builders and Contractors Ltd in Tavistock will provide day-to-day administrative support to the office and site teams while gaining a broad understanding of all functions within the administration department.

About the Employer

Professional Builders providing Construction Services throughout Tavistock, Plymouth, Devon, Somerset and Cornwall
Builders based in Tavistock providing building services throughout Tavistock, Plymouth, Devon, Somerset and Cornwall
From listed buildings and large building projects to small maintenance work - RM Builders and Contractors Ltd
The complete construction company… under one roof!
RM Builders and Contractors Ltd is a leading building and construction company operating across Devon, Somerset and Cornwall. Our construction company, based in Tavistock, has many years of experience in the building trade. We have an excellent local reputation for delivering quality work from our highly motivated and skilled team of dedicated builders. The company specialises in works including Period Restorations, Listed Building Renovations, Extensions, Conversions, New Builds and Repairs for both Commercial and Domestic clients up to the value of £2.5 million. Our builders work across Devon and surrounding counties offering expert building and construction services for your project. If you require professional builders for your project across Cornwall, Devon and the surrounding area.

What You'll Do

Key responsibilities include:

Maintaining accurate and up-to-date company records and filing systems
Printing and organising architects’ plans and technical drawings
Monitoring planning portals to identify new project opportunities
Supporting the development of new business ideas and opportunities
Working alongside the marketing team to help maintain a consistent flow of content for social media and the company website
Assisting the Office Manager with general administrative duties
Providing support across all areas of the administration department

The apprentice will rotate through and learn all roles within the administration team to develop a well-rounded understanding of office operations, compliance, project support, and business development processes.

Job Purpose:

To provide comprehensive administrative support to the business while undertaking a structured apprenticeship programme. The apprentice will develop knowledge and skills across all areas of the administration function, supporting project delivery, business development, marketing, and office management activities.
The role is designed to provide exposure to all administrative functions within the company to develop a well-rounded understanding of office operations and business processes

Key Responsibilities:

General Administration:

Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic and paper filing systems
Organise, scan, upload, and archive company documentation
Input and update data on internal systems and spreadsheets
Answer telephone calls and direct enquiries appropriately
Draft basic correspondence, emails, and internal documents
Support document control procedures

Project & Technical Support:

Print, organise, and distribute architects’ plans, drawings, and specifications
Assist with document management for live construction projects
Ensure project documentation is correctly labelled and stored
Liaise with site teams to provide required documentation

Business Development Support:

Monitor planning portals to identify potential new project opportunities
Record and report relevant opportunities to management
Assist in researching new markets, clients, and sectors
Support the development of new business ideas and initiatives

Marketing Support:

Work alongside the marketing team to help maintain a consistent flow of content
Assist with gathering project updates, images, and information for social media
Support website content updates where required
Help ensure company branding is used consistently across materials

Office Support:

Assist the Office Manager with day-to-day operational tasks Support meeting preparation (printing documents, preparing packs, taking notes if required)
Maintain office supplies and assist with ordering where necessary
Support compliance administration tasks

Learning & Development:

Complete all required coursework and assignments as part of the apprenticeship programme
Participate in internal training and shadow different administrative roles
Demonstrate willingness to learn all areas within the administration department
Actively seek feedback to support professional development

Training Outcome

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be opportunities for progression into a permanent administrative role within the business, subject to performance and business needs.

Skills Required

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
Physical fitness

Qualifications

Essential - GCSE - English - 4-9 (A*-C)
Essential - GCSE - Math - 4-9 (A*-C)

Course Information

Course: Business administrator (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Business and administration

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm

Expected Duration: 1 Year 3 Months

Training Provider: PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL

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