Job Description
Administrator\nLocation: Cardiff\nHours: Full-Time, Office-Based\nContract: Permanent\n\n Be the operational engine of a growing, fast-paced business!\nWe’re recruiting on behalf of a well-established and expanding utilities business based in Cardiff, looking to add a confident and capable Administrator to their team. This is a key role at the heart of the business and is perfect for someone who thrives on variety, takes pride in getting things right, and enjoys building strong working relationships.\n\n This isn’t just admin- it’s an opportunity to take ownership of vital systems and processes, influence supplier relationships, and play a central role in keeping field and office operations running efficiently. If you’re organised, switched on, and ready for a role where your voice and ideas will be heard, this could be exactly what you’re looking for.\n\n What you'll be doing:\nThis is a hands-on, problem-solving role where no two days are the same.
Working closely with the Office Manager, you’ll handle procurement, coordinate accommodation and materials for field workers, and ensure systems and documentation are kept in excellent order.\n\nRaise and track purchase orders\n\nSource and negotiate with suppliers, securing competitive quotes\n\nManage supplier relationships and resolve delivery issues\n\nUse Sage to process invoices and monitor costs\n\nCoordinate accommodation bookings for field teams\n\nSupport ISO 9001 and 45001 systems – training provided\n\nMaintain internal documentation and assist with audits\n\nKeep operations moving by staying one step ahead\n\nWe’d love to hear from you if you:\n\nHave experience in purchasing, plant hire, administration or operational support\n\nCan juggle tasks with ease, stay calm under pressure, and keep things moving\n\nAre confident communicating with suppliers and team members alike\n\nHave working knowledge of Sage or are willing to learn\n\nUnderstand purchase order and invoice processes\n\nAre proactive, reliable and detail-focused\n\nPrefer working on-site in a friendly, team-oriented environment\n\nAre looking to build a long-term career with a company that values loyalty and growth\n\nWhy join?\n\nCompetitive starting salary of £27,000 – rising to £28,000 after probation\n\n26 days holiday plus bank holidays – with a two-week Christmas shutdown\n\nSupportive and approachable management team\n\nFull training provided on internal systems and ISO procedures\n\nLong-term career path with a growing company\n\nNo two days the same -a genuine opportunity to make the role your own\n\nWorking hours and environment\n\nOffice-based in Cardiff\n\nTeam of 7 in the office, 15 field staff on sites across the region\n\nMonday to Friday\n\nFlexible lunch break and staggered start times between 8am and 5pm\n\nHow to apply\nWe’re shortlisting now, and interviews will begin shortly. \n\n If you’re looking for a role that’s busy, varied, and full of opportunity – this is it