Temporary Office Administrator

Office Angels; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Office Angels is seeking a Temporary Office Administrator to support a Walkden-based engineering client. You will handle front-of-house, greeting visitors, manage post and deliveries, and assist with general admin tasks in a fast-paced environment.

The role runs Monday to Friday, 7am–4pm, with a pay of £14 per hour. Local applicants or drivers are preferred. This contract is temporary, starting 1st September 2026 and continuing until further notice.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar administrative role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational abilities and multitasking.
• Proficiency in MS Office and databases.
• Driver preferred or local to Walkden.

Responsibilities

• Welcome visitors and manage sign-in and refreshments.
• PPE distribution and emergency roll calls.
• Maintain front desk, lobby, and meeting room calendars.
• Post, deliveries, and courier management.
• Order office supplies and monitor inventory.
• Data entry and filing
• General clerical tasks such as photocopying and scanning.
• Arrange catering and transport for visitors.
• Assist with team events and health & safety records.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Multitasking

Proactive attitude

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Databases

Job description

Temporary Office Administrator

Walkden, Worsley (Parking Onsite)

Monday - Friday

7am-4pm

£14 per hour

1st September 2026 - Ongoing (No current end date)

Our client, a leading global engineering organisation based in Walkden, is seeking a dedicated and proactive Reception & Admin Support professional to join their dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an established administrator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to contribute to the smooth operation of the office.

Key Responsibilities:

Reception and Front of House:

• Welcome Visitors: Greet clients, guests and suppliers with a warm smile, ensuring they adhere to security protocols by signing in. Offer refreshments as needed to create a hospitable atmosphere.
• PPE Management: Issue relevant personal protective equipment to visitors, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Emergency Preparedness: Take roll calls of visitors in case of emergency situations, contributing to a safe environment.
• Maintain Front Desk Area: Keep the reception area, lobby and main meeting rooms tidy, presentable and fully stocked with necessary materials.
• Meeting Room Management: Coordinate the booking calendar for conference rooms and prepare these spaces prior to meetings.

Administration Duties:

• Post and Deliveries: Sort and distribute incoming post and packages daily, prepare outgoing post, arrange couriers and handle special deliveries efficiently.
• Office Supplies Management: Monitor inventory levels for office stationery, kitchen supplies and printing materials, placing orders when stocks run low.
• Data Entry and Filing: Update company databases, spreadsheets and electronic filing systems with accuracy and attention to detail.
• General Clerical Tasks: Assist team members with photocopying, scanning, printing and binding documents as needed.
• Team Support: Help arrange catering for lunch and transportation for visitors, ensuring a seamless experience.
• Event Coordination: Support in organising team social events for a positive workplace culture.
• Health and Safety Updates: Keep health and safety records up to date and manage confidential health information responsibly.
• Uniform Ordering: Assist with ordering uniforms, contributing to a professional appearance for the team.

Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Proven experience in a similar administrative role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational abilities and a knack for multitasking.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with database management.
• A proactive approach, with the ability to think on your feet and adapt to evolving tasks.

Due to the location of our client, applicants must either be local to Walkden or be a driver!

We are an equal opportunities employer who put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace.

We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more.

We do this by showcasing their talents, skills and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.

If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace.

We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more.

By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive.

If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.