Temporary Administrative Assistant - Construction Industry Immediate Start | 30-39 hours per week | £13.80 per hour | Near Carlisle | Potential for Permanent Contract. Are you an experienced Administrator looking for your next challenge in a dynamic construction environment? We're seeking a skilled temporary admin professional to join a well-established company near Carlisle during a busy period. What you'll be doing: Managing the complete purchasing process - from internal requests through to purchase order creation on Construct system Liaising with suppliers to check pricing and negotiate agreements Handling purchase order queries and resolving any issues that arise Coordinating fleet maintenance including MOT bookings, servicing, and repairs Arranging equipment repairs and managing the booking process Managing plant hire arrangements and off-hire procedures Supporting the wider team with various purchasing and administrative tasks What we're looking for: Strong administrative background with purchasing experience Excellent communication skills for supplier liaison Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities Experience with purchase order systems (Construct system knowledge advantageous) Proactive approach to problem-solving Flexibility to adapt in a fast-paced construction environment What's on offer: Flexible working hours (30-39 hours per week to suit) Competitive rate at £13.80 per hour Immediate start available Opportunity to convert to permanent position for the right candidate Join a supportive team in an established construction business Varied role with genuine responsibility and autonomy This role is fully site based This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator to make a real impact in a thriving construction company. If you're ready for an immediate start and want to be part of a dynamic team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now for immediate consideration. Foxgroves Recruitment Ltd is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy and is working on behalf of our client. We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment practices in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered on merit alone, without discrimination. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds regardless of: age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. Our recruitment process ensures fair treatment based solely on skills, qualifications, and ability to perform the role effectively. All applications are subject to our standard pre-employment screening process which includes right to work checks and may include reference checks, enhanced safeguarding checks and certification of qualifications depending on the nature of the work or industry. Reasonable adjustments will be made for individuals with disabilities at all stages of the recruitment process.