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Receptionist/Administrator
| Posting date: | 07 November 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £23,000 to £25,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 November 2024 |
| Location: | WA10 1SX |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Approved Power Services Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | APS1 |
Summary
The Role
We are recruiting a Receptionist/Administrator who will work closely with the Office Manager, Senior Management and other Administrators within the company. You will be responsible for providing a professional reception and administrative service which aims to provide a welcoming environment to visitors and staff.
The ideal candidate for this Receptionist/Administrative position will have previous experience in an administration role and be familiar with the use of travel booking sites (i.e. Booking.com, Airbnb) and also have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office. You will have the ability to prioritise and work independently, be an effective communicator both verbally and in written form. We are looking for someone who is proactive, flexible and has a ‘can do’ approach. A relevant administration qualification is also a requirement.
Specific responsibilities include the following but are not intended to be exclusive or exhaustive:
Reception Duties
• Responsibility for opening and securing the office at the beginning and end of
each day
• Ensure the office and meeting rooms are clean, organised and ready to receive visitors
• Handle incoming phone calls and direct messages to the appropriate person or department
• Monitor and maintain office supplies and provisions
• Greet visitors, ensuring that they sign in appropriately
• Prepare and serve refreshments for visitors and APS staff in meetings
Administrative Duties
• Deal with all aspects of researching and securing accommodation options at competitive rates including liaising with local agencies to find the best deals
• Co-ordinate travel arrangements for APS staff including flights, train tickets and ferries
• Collaborate closely with the labour supply and commercial teams to ensure travel and accommodation expenses stay within the project budget
• Organise airport parking and transfers when required and manage vehicle crossing fees, i.e. Merseyflow, Tunnels, Tolls and Congestion charges etc.
• Arrange meetings and take minutes as required
• Assist directors with planning company events, including booking venues etc.
• Co-ordination of meeting room bookings
• General office duties, i.e. scanning, photocopying and printing
The Company
Approved Power Services is a progressive expanding HV Cable, civil engineering and M&E contractor operating primarily from our base in St Helens, with contracts throughout the UK.
APS has a very successful track record of delivering HV cable and infrastructure projects for all the major utilities and blue-chip cable manufacturers and recent new contract awards have resulted in several opportunities for the right candidates.
The work environment
Our Head Office is based in St Helens town centre, a short walk from train and bus stations.
The role is full time – Monday to Friday.
In every post the right people for APS must have drive and commitment.
In return we offer both attractive remuneration and benefits and real opportunity for job satisfaction and career progression.
APS is committed to being an equal opportunities employer.
For more information or to submit your application please email vacancies@approvedpowerservices.com
We are recruiting a Receptionist/Administrator who will work closely with the Office Manager, Senior Management and other Administrators within the company. You will be responsible for providing a professional reception and administrative service which aims to provide a welcoming environment to visitors and staff.
The ideal candidate for this Receptionist/Administrative position will have previous experience in an administration role and be familiar with the use of travel booking sites (i.e. Booking.com, Airbnb) and also have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office. You will have the ability to prioritise and work independently, be an effective communicator both verbally and in written form. We are looking for someone who is proactive, flexible and has a ‘can do’ approach. A relevant administration qualification is also a requirement.
Specific responsibilities include the following but are not intended to be exclusive or exhaustive:
Reception Duties
• Responsibility for opening and securing the office at the beginning and end of
each day
• Ensure the office and meeting rooms are clean, organised and ready to receive visitors
• Handle incoming phone calls and direct messages to the appropriate person or department
• Monitor and maintain office supplies and provisions
• Greet visitors, ensuring that they sign in appropriately
• Prepare and serve refreshments for visitors and APS staff in meetings
Administrative Duties
• Deal with all aspects of researching and securing accommodation options at competitive rates including liaising with local agencies to find the best deals
• Co-ordinate travel arrangements for APS staff including flights, train tickets and ferries
• Collaborate closely with the labour supply and commercial teams to ensure travel and accommodation expenses stay within the project budget
• Organise airport parking and transfers when required and manage vehicle crossing fees, i.e. Merseyflow, Tunnels, Tolls and Congestion charges etc.
• Arrange meetings and take minutes as required
• Assist directors with planning company events, including booking venues etc.
• Co-ordination of meeting room bookings
• General office duties, i.e. scanning, photocopying and printing
The Company
Approved Power Services is a progressive expanding HV Cable, civil engineering and M&E contractor operating primarily from our base in St Helens, with contracts throughout the UK.
APS has a very successful track record of delivering HV cable and infrastructure projects for all the major utilities and blue-chip cable manufacturers and recent new contract awards have resulted in several opportunities for the right candidates.
The work environment
Our Head Office is based in St Helens town centre, a short walk from train and bus stations.
The role is full time – Monday to Friday.
In every post the right people for APS must have drive and commitment.
In return we offer both attractive remuneration and benefits and real opportunity for job satisfaction and career progression.
APS is committed to being an equal opportunities employer.
For more information or to submit your application please email vacancies@approvedpowerservices.com