Business Admin apprenticeship

A typical day for a Business Administrator Apprentice in a bricklaying company can look like this:

1. Morning Briefing – Start the day by attending a team meeting or briefing to review daily goals, project updates, and any urgent issues.

2. Administrative Tasks – Handle general office duties such as answering phone calls, responding to emails, and managing correspondence. This might include scheduling appointments or meetings for the team.

3. Supplier Coordination – Update and maintain supplier records, process purchase orders, and ensure timely delivery of materials. Communicate with suppliers to resolve any issues or delays.

4. Document Management – Organise and file important documents, including contracts, invoices, and project reports. Ensure all records are accurate and up-to-date.

5. Finance Support – Assist with basic financial tasks such as invoicing, tracking expenses, and preparing reports. You might also help with budget monitoring and expense claims.

6. Client Interaction – Handle customer inquiries and provide support as needed. This could involve coordinating with clients to schedule meetings or site visits.

7. Project Assistance – Support project managers with administrative tasks related to ongoing construction projects, such as updating project schedules, tracking progress, and preparing documentation.

8. Team Collaboration – Work closely with colleagues, attending team meetings and contributing to discussions. Participate in casual banter and team-building activities to foster a positive work environment.

9. End-of-Day Review – Review the day's accomplishments, update task lists, and prepare for the next day. Ensure all administrative tasks are completed and ready for follow-up.

This routine provides a blend of administrative responsibilities and active engagement with the team, offering a well-rounded experience in both business administration and the construction industry.

Training:

This will be a blended delivery, a mixture of Microsoft Teams and face to face. All training will take place on site and within your working hours.

Ixion Holdings will complete functional skills where necessary and will ensure Health & Safety, British Values and Equality & Diversity is embedded throughout the course.

Training Outcome:

Opportunities to move into permanent roles or further specialise in areas like HR, finance, or project management.

Employer Description:
East Midlands Masonry Ltd t/a Hodgkinson is a new company. They were Hodgkinson Builders. The bricklaying fraction was sold to EMM as part of an acquisition. The bricklayers fraction are highly skilled, fully qualified bricklayers and construction services available right now, across the UK for all your building projects no matter how large or small.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. 1 hour unpaid lunch break

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Initiative