Temporary Admin Assistant for Engineering Team | 9am–3pm

WE Talent; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

WE Talent is recruiting a Temporary Administrator to support an engineering and construction team on the outskirts of Chelmsford. This part-time role runs Monday to Friday, 9am–3pm, with a temporary contract lasting about 1–2 months and a pay rate of £13.50–£15 per hour.

The role involves answering calls, managing the shared inbox, gathering information for site work, preparing quotes, and keeping documents organized. It’s ideal for immediately available candidates with solid admin experience.

Qualifications

• Previous administration experience is essential.
• Experience in engineering, construction or similar technical environment is beneficial.
• You’ll need to be organised, proactive and able to manage workload.

Responsibilities

• Answer incoming calls and direct queries to the relevant team members.
• Monitor and manage the shared inbox, respond to emails and follow up where needed.
• Liaise with the team to obtain information and documentation for site work.
• Prepare and generate quotes for jobs.
• Scan, upload and maintain documentation on the company’s central system.
• Keep records and paperwork organised and up to date.
• Provide general administrative support to the wider team as required.

Skills

Organisation

Proactivity

Communication

IT systems

Administration experience

Tools

Office suite

Job description

WE Talent is recruiting a Temporary Administrator to support an engineering and construction team on the outskirts of Chelmsford. This part-time role runs Monday to Friday, 9am–3pm, with a temporary contract lasting about 1–2 months and a pay rate of £13.50–£15 per hour.

The role involves answering calls, managing the shared inbox, gathering information for site work, preparing quotes, and keeping documents organized. It’s ideal for immediately available candidates with solid admin experience.