Commercial Administrator Apprenticeship Level 3

Bridmet Ltd; Bridport; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based precision sheet metal fabrication company is offering an apprenticeship for a Business Administrator. The role entails providing administrative support, collating commercial data, and maintaining filing systems. Successful candidates will undertake a Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship with onsite training and potential to progress into roles like Commercial Administrator or Buyer. This is a full-time position based in Bridport.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills to maintain filing systems.
• Ability to analyze commercial data for insights.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the department.
• Coordinate team schedules, meetings, and appointments.
• Handle incoming phone calls and inquiries professionally.

Job description

Bridmet is a UK‑based precision sheet metal fabrication company with extensive experience in diverse industries. We proudly deliver a comprehensive turnkey manufacturing service, offering expertise in sheet metal, fabrication, machining, finishing, and assembly & integration. At our foundation is a strong engineering team with broad skills in design, engineering, project management, and supply chain management, enabling us to provide a full‑service solution from concept to completion.

The idea behind running an active and ongoing Apprenticeship programme is to invest in young people and provide sustainable employment within our locality, developing and growing a skilled workforce for the future. Progression of this route could lead to progressive roles as Commercial Administrator, Key Account Manager, Procurement Administrator, or Buyer – dependent on the individual's performance during the apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the department, ensuring smooth day‑to‑day operations.
• Populate and progress purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and timely follow‑up.
• Collate, enter, and analyse commercial data for reporting and insights.
• Assist in the preparation of reports and documentation as required.
• Maintain an organised filing system, both physically and electronically.
• Coordinate team schedules, meetings, and appointments.
• Handle incoming phone calls and inquiries with professionalism.
• Support teams across various departments using various applications.
• Undertake additional administrative duties aligned with your experience and development goals.

The apprentice will gain a Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard ST0070. The main location will be Bridmet, Gore Cross Business Park, Bridport, DT6 3UX. Training will be delivered onsite with remote meetings with the college.

Hours: 37.5 – 40 hours (dependent on age due to working time regulations), worked over 5 days.

Seniority level

Internship

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

• Other
• Industries: Administrative and Support Services