Job Title - Administrator
Location - Bedford (MK44 – rural location) – driving licence required
Salary £27,000 per annum
Overview
An established construction business based in the Bedford area is looking to appoint an experienced Administrator to support both its Commercial and Residential teams. Reporting into the Operations Manager, this is a varied and hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys being the backbone of a busy office environment.
This position would suit an organised, proactive administrator who is confident working across multiple teams and responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
Managing day-to-day administrative tasks within the office
Meeting and greeting clients and visitors
Answering and directing internal and external telephone calls
Maintaining high customer service standards and responding to enquiries
Sending out tender enquiries for Surveyors and Estimators
Providing clerical support to the Senior Management team
Diary and calendar management for senior staff
General office management duties, including:
Health & Safety checks
Organising fire drills and weekly alarm tests
Ordering stationery and office supplies
Receiving, sorting, and distributing post and deliveries
Managing vehicle administration, including taxing company vehicles
Creating O&M manuals and presentation folders
Organising and booking company events
Filing and maintaining employee, vehicle, and archive records
Updating company social media platforms The Ideal Candidate
Previous experience in an administrative or secretarial role (minimum 1 year)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent attention to detail
Confident IT and general administrative skills
Able to work both independently and as part of a team
Flexible, proactive, and well organised
Full UK driving licence (preferred due to rural location)Desirable
Experience within a construction or engineering environment
Marketing or social media experienceBenefits
Company pension
Company events
On-site parking
Rural working location