Business Administration Apprentice

The apprentice will provide general business and administrative support across the organisation, including supporting Environmental, Health & Safety and compliance activities in an administrative capacity.

Key Responsibilities:

Core Business Administration Duties:

Provide day-to-day office support to ensure efficient business operations Carry out general office duties such as filing, scanning, photocopying, laminating and document archiving Maintain accurate digital and paper-based records in line with company procedures Support document control and version management using digital systems Input data accurately using spreadsheets and internal systems Support diary management, meeting coordination and internal communications Attend meetings where required, take notes and assist with follow-up actions

Administrative Support to EHSC & Compliance Functions:

Provide administrative support to the development, review and implementation of health and safety procedures and documentation Assist with maintaining records such as training logs, risk registers, incident records and compliance documentation Support the preparation of reports, spreadsheets and KPI dashboards using provided data Assist with collecting and collating data for energy, water, carbon and waste reporting purposes Provide administrative support to risk assessments and business continuity documentation Maintain digital systems and records relating to risk, continuity planning and compliance Support contractor documentation and onboarding checks Assist with organising training sessions, including record keeping and logistics Provide administrative support to incident investigation processes, where appropriate

General Expectations:

Work collaboratively with colleagues across departments Communicate professionally with internal stakeholders Follow company procedures, confidentiality requirements and data protection policies

Training:
Level 3 Business Administration - 4 days with employer and day release at college Location - Millennium Way, Newton Aycliffe, DL5 6JW Working 5 days per week inclusive of 1 day release for study at Darlington College

Training Outcome:

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be opportunities for progression or further development within the organisation, subject to performance and business needs.

Employer Description:
Located in Newton Aycliffe, Octric occupies a purpose-built Class 100 manufacturing facility fully equipped to produce state of the art compound semiconductor products. Octric develops and manufactures compound semiconductor products used in a range of applications including defence and telecommunications. Octric has a bright new path ahead following the recent significant investment from the UK Ministry of Defence. Octric is focussed on developing the next generation of semiconductors

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm with day release to college.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Initiative,Methodical,Computer literate,Multitasking,Prioritise workload,Confidentiality,Accuracy,Meet deadlines,Motivated and proactive,Eager to learn,Positive attitude,Work independently,Reliable,Flexible,Enthusiastic