Operational Administrator

Aviation Links; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

JMC Aviation is recruiting for an Operational Administrator to join their team in Paisley, Glasgow, on a temporary to permanent basis. The role offers 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with an initial 2-month contract and progression to a longer-term position on successful completion.

The ideal candidate will have strong admin experience, be proactive, and able to work within a busy aviation and base maintenance environment. Aviation knowledge is helpful but not essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in administration or office-based role.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Experience with databases, CRM or document management systems.
• Ability to learn new systems and processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to prioritise in busy environments.
• Compliance and accurate record keeping understood.
• Right to live and work in the UK.
• Interest in long-term aviation career.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative support in a busy operational environment.
• Maintain accurate records and internal documentation.
• Use Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, to manage information.
• Support engineers and internal stakeholders with admin tasks.
• Ensure documentation complies with established procedures.
• Prioritise multiple tasks and requests.
• Update databases and document management platforms.
• Identify and escalate errors or missing information.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Prioritisation

Tools

Microsoft Excel

CRM systems

Document management systems

Databases

Job description

Operational Administrator – Temp to Perm Opportunity

Location: Paisley, Glasgow
Employment Type: Temporary to Permanent
Pay Rate: £14.36 per hour PAYE
Salary Equivalent: £28,000 per annum
Start Date: ASAP

Role Conditions

• Initial Contract: 2-month temporary contract
• Shift Pattern: Monday – Friday
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week
• Progression: Temp-to-perm opportunity following successful completion of the initial contract

About the Role

On behalf of our client, a leading organisation within the aviation industry, JMC Aviation is currently recruiting for an Operational Administrator to join their team based in Paisley, Glasgow.

This is an exciting temp-to-perm opportunity for an organised and proactive administrator looking to work within a busy aviation and base maintenance environment.

Previous aviation experience is not essential. We are keen to hear from candidates with strong transferable administration experience who are confident working with systems, documentation and internal stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will initially join on a 2-month temporary contract, with the opportunity to progress into a longer-term position following successful completion of the initial period.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing day-to-day administrative support within a busy operational environment
• Maintaining accurate records, documentation and internal systems
• Using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, to manage and maintain information
• Supporting engineers, colleagues and internal stakeholders with administrative requirements
• Ensuring documentation is completed accurately and in accordance with established procedures
• Managing and prioritising multiple tasks and requests
• Updating databases, systems and document management platforms
• Identifying and escalating errors, discrepancies or missing information
• Ensuring internal processes and compliance requirements are followed
• Communicating professionally with colleagues across the operation
• Supporting the wider team with general administrative duties as required

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience within an administration or office-based role
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Experience using databases, CRM systems or document management systems
• Confidence learning new systems and processes
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritise competing tasks within a busy environment
• Confidence communicating with colleagues at different levels
• Ability to follow established processes and procedures
• An understanding of the importance of compliance and accurate record keeping
• Right to live and work in the UK
• Previous experience within aviation, engineering, maintenance or another regulated environment
• Experience working within a compliance or process-driven organisation
• An interest in developing a longer-term career within the aviation industry

Why Work with JMC Aviation?

At JMC Aviation, we specialise in aviation recruitment, supporting leading organisations across the global aviation sector. With extensive industry knowledge and a global network, we connect talented individuals with exciting contract and permanent opportunities.

• Industry-leading compliance support
• Fast onboarding and documentation assistance
• Dedicated recruitment consultant
• Opportunities with leading aviation organisations
• Extensive experience and knowledge of the aviation sector

Compliance & Equal Opportunities

JMC Aviation is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace. All applicants will be considered based on merit, qualification and business need, regardless of age, gender, nationality or background.

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