Apprentice Administrator

Quartzelec Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contribution (salary sacrifice

Life insurance

Enhanced annual leave

Gym subsidy

Remote GP and health support

Employee assistance programme

Professional development via training

Exclusive employee discounts

Job summary

Quartzelec Ltd in Manchester is seeking a proactive Administration Apprentice to join our busy office. You will support engineers and administration teams, help run day-to-day operations, and deliver excellent customer service through accurate communication.

This apprenticeship offers hands-on learning, with opportunities to develop skills in reception, purchase orders, tender data, and timesheets. The role is ideal for ambitious school leavers with GCSEs and a keen eye for detail, aiming to

Qualifications

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths, English and IT at Grade 5 or above.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• A flexible and adaptable approach to work.
• Genuine opportunity for progression within the administration team.
• Supportive and professional working environment.

Responsibilities

• Meeting and greeting visitors at reception
• Handling incoming calls, directing enquiries, and resolving queries
• Raising, recording, and receipting purchase orders
• Collating data and documentation for tender pre-qualification submissions
• Processing weekly timesheets and expenses

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Flexible / adaptable

Organisation

Education

GCSE Maths, English and IT (Grade 5 or above)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Hours: 36.5 per week working Monday - Friday 08.00 - 16.20

(Friday's 08.00 - 15.20)

Salary £21,000 per annum

We specialise in contracting and rotating machine services, and our expertise in repairing and maintaining motors and generators is backed by over 100 years of experience in the field.

We take pride in being an engineering authority with a strategic global presence, dedicated to meeting the unique needs of our clients.

Join us for a unique experience where we value autonomy, giving our employees responsibility and ownership in their areas of expertise.

The Opportunity:

We are looking for a proactive and organised Administration Apprentice to join our team in Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in a busy office environment while supporting engineers and administration teams.

You will play a key role in ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and delivering excellent customer service through accurate and timely communication.

Key Responsibilities:

• Meeting and greeting visitors at reception
• Handling incoming calls, directing enquiries, and resolving queries
• Raising, recording, and receipting purchase orders
• Collating data and documentation for tender pre-qualification submissions
• Processing weekly timesheets and expenses

We’re looking for someone who is eager to learn and develop their administrative skills.

You will ideally have:

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths, English and IT at Grade 5 or above
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• A flexible and adaptable approach to work
• A genuine opportunity for progression within the administration team
• A supportive and professional working environment
• Central Manchester location with excellent transport links
• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)

As a valued member of our team, you’ll receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Contributory salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Life insurance (4x your salary)
• Enhanced annual leave entitlement, in addition to bank holidays
• Company-funded gym subsidy payments
• Free 24/7 remote GP service and other health support benefits

Additionally, you’ll have access to a wide range of supplementary benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Extensive professional development through our in-house training academy
• Career-enhancing training events
• Exclusive employee discounts and various concessions via our corporate perks platform

At Quartzelec, we are proud to invest in developing future talent, demonstrated by our active support of more than 100 apprentices across the business. Our commitment to nurturing skills and providing meaningful development opportunities was recognised in 2025 when we received the Employer Recognition Award from two of our training partners. We remain dedicated to helping our apprentices grow through guidance, mentorship, and hands‑on experience, enabling them to reach their full potential.

We offer a unique working environment that values autonomy and empowers individuals to take ownership of their expertise. This approach not only allows you to make a real impact but also opens the door to genuine opportunities for career progression.

Quartzelec is an equal opportunities employer

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