Administrator

SOCOTEC Building Control Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Electric car scheme

Employee recognition programmes

Family-friendly support

Exclusive retail discounts

Employee assistance programme

Enhanced company pension

Disability Confident accredited

Job summary

SOCOTEC Building Control Ltd is seeking an Administrator to join the Water Hygiene team. You will support a UKAS-accredited water hygiene service, helping manage legionella risk assessments and client reporting, while coordinating with field teams and ensuring timely administration.

The role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and adaptability in a dynamic environment, with opportunities to grow within SOCOTEC's Environment & Safety division and contribute to safe, compliant water systems.

Qualifications

• Experience in administration environments.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to work well under pressure with deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage database of monitoring tasks and update with new legionella risk assessments.
• Liaise with Operations Managers to schedule work and allocate tasks.
• Record what work has been undertaken against planned tasks.
• Keep tracker spreadsheets and client portals updated for site work and reports.
• Produce monthly client reports showing legionella compliance and performance.
• Assist with other admin tasks as required such as invoicing and report issuance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Administrative experience

Ability to work under pressure

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Job description

SOCOTEC’s Environment and Safety team provides expert environmental, health and safety consultancy and compliance services that help organisations manage risk, protect people and safeguard the environment. Our services include environmental monitoring and consultancy, water safety and hygiene solutions with Legionella risk assessments and water system management, fire safety consultancy and inspections, occupational hygiene assessments and workplace exposure monitoring, and specialist advisory support on regulatory and sustainability challenges. We use industry-leading tools and science-based approaches to deliver accurate data, practical guidance and innovative solutions that ensure compliance with UK legislation, minimise environmental impact and create healthier, safer workplaces for clients

What's in it for you?

Your expertise deserves recognition. Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including 25 days holiday (with the option to buy more), an electric car scheme (where applicable), employee recognition programmes, family-friendly support, exclusive retail discounts, employee assistance programmes, and an enhanced company pension. SOCOTEC UK & Ireland are proud to be Disability Confident accredited.

Job Description

Administrator - Water Hygiene

Are you interested in Water Hygiene and Legionella Control? This could be your opportunity to excel as an operational support administrator, as well as playing a vital role in helping our business succeed.

As our company grows and develops, we are ever expanding our teams. We have a great opportunity for an operational support administrator to join our Environment & Safety Division and wear the SOCOTEC badge with pride.

We are looking for a motivated and dependable administrator to provide support to a high quality (UKAS-accredited) water hygiene team that provides legionella risk assessments and other water hygiene services, in a customer-focused manner. it is key that you are able to work efficiently and effectively as part of a team, as well as having the capabilities to work independently.

The tasks you will undertake will include (but are not limited to):

• Manage the database of monitoring tasks and update it in line with new legionella risk assessments.
• Liaise with the Operations Managers to assist with the scheduling of work and allocation of work tasks.
• Liaise with site staff to understand and record what work has been undertaken against that planned.
• Keep tracker spreadsheets and client portals updated with site work completed and reports typed to ensure deadlines are met and invoicing is accurate.
• Produce monthly client reports to demonstrate their legionella compliance status and SOCOTEC’s operational performance.

Assisting with other administration tasks as required including, but not restricted to:

• Preparation and issue of client invoices
• Issuing reports and sample test results
• Booking site visits for field based staff
• Booking accommodation for field staff away on jobs
• Arranging access cards
• Preparing Legionella Risk Assessment Reports and associated CAD drawings
• Other general admin duties as required

Qualifications

To be a successful Administrator you should be able to demonstrate:

• To be competent in the use of Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Experience in administration environments.
• Good communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Ability to work well under pressure with a focus on deadlines

Additional Information

Why SOCOTEC?

Join a thriving community of over 2,000 industry professionals who are passionate about making a real difference. At SOCOTEC UK, we're not just delivering services - we're shaping the future of testing, inspection, and certification across the nation.

What sets us apart? Our people. We've built our reputation on attracting exceptional talent like you and empowering them to deliver excellence at every turn. Our comprehensive range of TIC services means you'll have the opportunity to work on diverse, challenging projects that truly matter.

In this role, you won't just be another employee - you'll be a key player in our continued success story. Your expertise will directly contribute to our mission of building a safer, more sustainable world, while you grow your career alongside some of the industry's finest professionals.

Build a traditional career path or explore opportunities across multiple disciplines - all within SOCOTEC. Your choice, your direction.

Work Your Way

Local, national, or global projects. Office-based, remote, or hybrid. We offer the flexibility that empowers you to perform at your best.

Committed to Your Growth

From day one, you'll have access to comprehensive training, mentorship, and development programs. We support every step of your professional journey. #YouGrowWeGrow

Think you've got what it takes to add value to our success? We would love to hear from you and look forward to receiving your application.

Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.

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