Business Administrator Apprentice

We are offering a 15-month Level 3 Business Administration apprenticeship at our Wimborne facility (BH21 7PW) in partnership with Bournemouth & Poole College. The programme combines on-the-job training with one day per week of college-based learning, leading to a nationally recognised qualification. Apprentices will earn around £18,252 per year, work 39 hours per week, and enjoy benefits including 25 days’ holiday, bank holidays, a 5% annual bonus, pension, flexible working, and family-friendly policies. You’ll rotate through departments such as Purchasing, Sales, and Finance, gaining broad business experience before specialising in a permanent role. Successful completion offers strong prospects for a permanent position and further career development within our organisation.

Training:

As an apprentice, you’ll spend most of your time supporting business administration tasks across departments such as Purchasing, Sales, and Finance. Your role will involve handling documents, updating records, managing communications, and assisting with scheduling and reporting. You’ll work closely with mentors and colleagues, attend team meetings, and contribute to projects that improve operational efficiency. One day each week will be dedicated to college-based learning at Bournemouth & Poole College.

Training Outcome:

Progression to full-time employment. Progression to a higher-level apprenticeship/further training.

Employer Description:
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. One Company, Limitless Opportunities ? Caterpillar Marine Power UK Ltd is located on the outskirts of Wimborne on the Ferndown and Uddens Business Improvement District. Positioned centrally along the south coast, it is located close to national and international transport links. With approximately 130 members of staff, there is a long and distinguished history spanning over 50 years of manufacturing marine propulsion and auxiliary engines under the Cat® and Perkins Marine® brands. Genset packages ranging from 1.5 litre to 7.1 litre and 7.1 litre propulsion engines are produced at the Wimborne site. The facility can boast a wealth of hugely experienced designers, engineers and technicians used to providing solutions for commercial, pleasure, and military customers. From the design, testing and building, each engine is proven before leaving the premises to ensure the best performance for the end-user.

Working Hours :
8.5 hour Monday - Thursday, 5 hours Friday.

Skills:
Attention to detail,Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working