Office Administrator

RA Dalton Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Company pension

Bonus scheme

Company events

On-site parking

Workwear provided

Training & development

Career growth

Job summary

RA Dalton Ltd is seeking an experienced Office Administrator to support the day-to-day operations of our Crook office. The role focuses on providing high-quality administrative assistance to the Servicing Department and other teams, with duties including handling correspondence, maintaining records and coordinating documentation.

The ideal candidate will have strong IT skills, be able to work independently or in a team, and thrive in a growing, forward-thinking organisation within the water

Qualifications

• 3+ years in office administration, business support or similar role.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a varied workload.
• Strong telephone manner and customer service skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Servicing Department and wider business teams.
• Handle incoming and outgoing calls, emails and correspondence professionally.
• Act as first point of contact for customer enquiries and direct requests to the appropriate department.
• Maintain accurate records, databases and filing systems with up-to-date information.
• Perform data entry and document management tasks with high accuracy.
• Coordinate internal communication to ensure efficient workflow and information sharing.

Skills

Office administration

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Data entry

Records management

Communication skills

Diary management

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Office 365

Job description

RA Dalton offers a competitive salary package along with additional benefits including:

• Private medical insurance
• Company Pension Plan
• Bonus Scheme / Annual Profit-Sharing Scheme
• Company Events
• Free parking / On-site parking
• Workwear provided
• Training and development
• Opportunities for professional growth

You will be joining a forward-thinking and growing organisation with ambitious plans to further expand its commercial presence within the water and wastewater sector.

Job Description:

RA Dalton is seeking an experienced, organised and proactiveOffice Administratorto support the day-to-day operations of our busy Crook office.

This is a varied and rewarding role that requires excellent organisational skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple administrative responsibilities simultaneously. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting our Servicing Department and wider business functions, ensuring office processes run efficiently while providing high levels of administrative and customer support.

You will be responsible for handling correspondence, maintaining accurate records, coordinating documentation, supporting customer enquiries, managing internal systems and assisting departments across the business with a range of administrative tasks.

The ideal candidate will be confident communicating with customers, suppliers and colleagues, possess excellent IT skills and be capable of working both independently and as part of a collaborative team environment.

Company Overview:

RA Dalton Ltd is the national leader in off-mains drainage solutions. While proud of our heritage as a family-run business, we continue to grow and innovate across the UK. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do, and this role offers the chance to join a dedicated, professional and friendly office team within a business that values quality, reliability, and teamwork.

General Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to the Servicing Department and wider business teams.
• Handle incoming and outgoing telephone calls, emails and correspondence in a professional manner.
• Act as a first point of contact for customer enquiries and direct requests to the appropriate department.
• Maintain accurate records, databases and filing systems, ensuring information is up to date and easily accessible.
• Perform data entry and document management tasks with a high level of accuracy.
• Process, organise and monitor customer documentation and service records.
• Manage tasks and updates through customer portals and online account management systems.
• Assist with scheduling appointments, meetings and diary management where required.
• Support the preparation of reports, spreadsheets, documents and presentations.
• Coordinate internal communication between departments to ensure efficient workflow and information sharing.
• Monitor and manage administrative processes to ensure deadlines are met.
• Assist with the preparation and processing of operational and customer documentation.
• Maintain office supplies and support the smooth day-to-day running of office operations.
• Ensure confidential information is handled securely and in accordance with company procedures.
• Provide general administrative support to management and operational teams as required.
• Contribute to process improvements and administrative efficiencies across the business.
• Represent RA Dalton professionally and positively at all times.

The duties outlined above are not intended to be exhaustive and may change as business requirements evolve.

Requirements & Skills:

• Minimum of 3 years experience within an office administration, business support or administrative role.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a varied workload effectively.
• Strong telephone manner and customer service skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Competent in Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Experience maintaining databases, records and administrative systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professional, proactive and positive attitude.
• Strong time management and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Previous experience within a service, engineering, utilities or operational environment.
• Experience working with customer portals, online management systems or CRM databases.
• Knowledge of document control and records management processes.
• Experience supporting multiple departments within a busy office environment.
• Familiarity with scheduling, service administration or coordination activities.
• Previous experience within the water, wastewater, utilities or environmental sectors.

RA Dalton is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the Office Administrator position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities or duties. The company reserves the right to modify the job description as required.