Administrator

Networkplus; Preston; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A utilities company in Preston is seeking a detail-oriented Administrator to coordinate operational activities. You will support the operational team, manage job packs, and maintain timely updates in the works management system. The ideal candidate should possess strong organizational and communication skills, with a familiarity in Microsoft Office. Experience in the Utilities sector is advantageous but not essential, with training provided. This position offers a competitive salary of £26,500 annually, along with a benefits package.

Benefits

Full benefits package

Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualifications

• Experience of working in the Utilities sector is advantageous but not essential.
• Ability to meet important deadlines in an organized manner.
• Strong ability to communicate effectively under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate operational safe dig/job packs for the operational team.
• Manage jobs in works management system and ensure accurate input.
• Liaise with Supervisors and subcontract teams to ensure programme delivery.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organisational skills

Microsoft Office

Planning skills

Job description

Administrator

Department: ENW

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Preston (Redscar)

Compensation: £26,500 / year

Description

Reporting into the Admin & Programme Manager. As a team Administrator is the key contact during works for the operational team. The administrator will ensure that all operational teams are able to undertake their work in line with NRSWA and ensure that timescales are adhered to minimising any financial impact to the company. They will maintain the below aspects of the process.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the collation, co-ordination and distribution of the operational safe dig/job packs
• Support planners/operations with scheduling work in works management system
• Understand the works system and work to the processes accordingly
• Management/cleansing of jobs in works management system
• Maintain timely and accurate input and uploading of information into the works management systems, ensuring that all issues are recorded and escalated.
• Compiling the daily whereabouts
• Driving continual improvements with the Operational teams
• Sending daily analysis
• Manage internal trackers – site clears
• Liaise with Supervisors and sub-contract teams to ensure programmes are delivered ensuring that all the client and operational requirements are met in a professional and efficient manner.
• Run and circulate daily jeopardy reports as required
• Monitor and chase outstanding issues
• Provide general admin/ad hoc support
• Provide a positive and innovative input into the team, through provision of solutions to problems and embracing change
• Ensure that safety issues are reported in line with Company procedures

Experience and Qualifications

• Experience of working within the Utilities sector – advantage but not essential – training provided
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work in an organised manner to meet important deadlines
• In depth understanding of the operational activity
• Exceptional organisational skills
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office systems
• Strong planning and organisational skills
• Ability to communicate effectively under pressure

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.

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