Engineering Administration Support

We’re looking for fantastic colleagues to help us be the best at putting convenient veg on every plate.

Our company is built on people. We’re a family, and investing in our people is fundamental to our success. We go beyond expectations to ensure we recruit, retain, reward and develop the most engaged people in the industry.

We can offer a fresh start in a great place, working in one of the most modern facilities in the area.

Purpose of the role

The role supports the Engineering Administrator in keeping the weekly engineering budget updated and reporting any potential overspending or underspending. It also involves maintaining stock levels in the engineering stores, ordering necessary parts, and raising purchase orders for maintenance contracts and related work. The role includes liaising with the Forklift Maintenance contractor and site supervision to ensure the fleet is well-maintained, organising maintenance and engineering paperwork, and preparing Planned Preventative Maintenance work for the team.

Additionally, the role is responsible for general administrative tasks to support the smooth running of the engineering department.

 

What you’ll be doing:

These are the things you’ll be responsible and accountable for, and some of the tasks you’ll need to carry out

Stock & Purchasing – Track stock and parts daily, raise purchase orders, match them to deliveries, and keep records up to date.

Maintenance & Documentation – Print and log Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) work, ensure technical data is updated, and keep all engineering paperwork organised.

Supplier & Contractor Liaison – Build great relationships with suppliers, check goods on arrival, expedite outstanding orders, and maintain supplier records.

Budget & Finance Support – Update budget spreadsheets, assist with finance audits, and ensure all work and purchases are properly quoted and approved.

General Admin & Site Support – Order PPE, manage supplier databases, support KPI tracking, handle occasional reception duties, and assist in identifying improvement opportunities.

Be proactive, stay organised, and bring a keen eye for detail to help keep our engineering department running smoothly!

What you’ll have:

This is the specific experience, qualifications and skills that we’re looking for:

Qualifications, ideally, you’ll be educated and proficient in math’s and English or something similar.

Experience – if you’ve got plenty of relevant administration experience,  then we’d love to hear from you

Organised & Detail-Oriented – Keeps records accurate, maintains systems efficiently, and ensures nothing falls through the cracks.

Proactive & Problem-Solving – Anticipates challenges, finds solutions, and takes ownership of tasks.

Team Player – Supports colleagues, fosters a positive work environment, and contributes to team success.

Resilient & Adaptable – Embraces change, remains optimistic, and thrives in a fast-paced setting.

Confident & Self-Aware – Brings a balanced, collaborative approach to interactions and decision-making.

Health & Safety Conscious – Complies with regulations and company policies, ensuring a safe and efficient workplace.

Motivated & Can-Do Attitude – Takes initiative, stays focused, and approaches tasks with enthusiasm.

 

What you’ll get in return:

In return for everything you can bring, we can offer you an exciting, challenging role in a fast-growing and dynamic business, with plenty of opportunities

Hands-On Experience – Develop valuable skills in administration, budgeting, supplier management, and maintenance coordination.

Supportive Team Environment – Work within a collaborative team that values proactive thinking and problem-solving.

Varied & Engaging Work – No two days are the same! Enjoy a mix of administrative, financial, and logistical tasks.

Job Stability & Benefits – Be part of a well-established company that values its employees and offers long-term career prospects.

As well as a competitive rewards package!

About us and why work for us 

We are one of the largest suppliers of prepared veg and stir fry into retailers in the UK.

We’re experts in manufacturing and are proud of the investments we’ve made in our production facility over recent years.

We offer progression opportunities and additional training for the right individuals who are willing to learn, as well as a number of additional colleague benefits – find out more here.