We're looking for motivated, and enthusiastic individuals from all backgrounds to join our Wates family.
About the role
Our Business Administration Apprenticeship will provide you with a full understanding of Facilities Management administration.
As a Business Administration Apprentice, you will have the opportunity to work both independently and as part of our energetic team.
Your Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the below:
* Raise Purchase Orders for supplier attendance and ordering materials.
* Supporting the Contract team with financial administration
* Assist Contract Support with monthly invoicing.
* Preparing clear and accurate reports
* Working with the management team to ensure supplier invoices are approved in a timely manner.
* Providing occasional cover on the site’s FM Helpdesk which includes:
o Raising Work Orders on client CAFM system.
o Communicating with building user, engineers and contractors regarding task progress and completion.
o Keeping the CAFM system updated throughout work order lifespan – uploading documents, applying correct status, and adding helpful notes.
o Managing emails and phone calls within agreed service level agreements.
o Scheduling contractors.
About you
To thrive on this programme, you’ll bring:
* An interest in building a career in the built environment
* Enthusiasm for learning and developing new skills
* A curious mindset and willingness to ask questions
* Dependable and professional in approach
* The ability to solve problems and think logically
* Strong organisational and time management skills
* Prioritising tasks to meet agreed deadlines
Qualifications
* To be considered for this apprenticeship you will need to have achieved a Grade 4 or C and above in Maths and English
* You must not hold an existing qualification at the same or higher level than this apprenticeship in a similar subject.
Roles may close before the deadline if we receive a high volume of applications.
Our Commitment to inclusion
We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.
We're especially keen to hear from individuals who are underrepresented in the construction sector - including women, people from ethnic minority communities and people with disabilities.
If you have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know - we’re here to support you.