Administrator | Temporary to Permanent

Job Title: Administrator | Temporary to Permanent

Location: Bridgwater, Somerset

Salary: Starting salary of £28,000 PA

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am till 5:00pm

Benefits:

• Weekly pay
• Access to Boost - our exclusive platform with discounts on hundreds of retailers, a wellbeing hub with recipes, an exercise area, and a mindfulness section with blogs & videos
• Temporary candidate of the month award
• Temporary candidate lunches/treats
• Online timesheets
• A dedicated consultant as an additional layer of support

We're recruiting for a personable and highly organised Administrator to join a well-established, family-run business based in Bridgwater. You'll become part of a friendly and down-to-earth team, playing a key role in supporting a range of administrative and accounts functions to keep the department running smoothly. This is a varied and fast-paced position, ideal for someone who thrives on staying organised and enjoys getting stuck into different tasks. Strong administrative skills are essential, along with the ability to adapt and manage priorities with confidence. This opportunity is initially offered on a temporary basis, with a strong view to become a permanent role for the right person, making it a great chance to grow within a supportive and welcoming business.

Main Responsibilities

• Managing operative training requirements by organising, scheduling, and booking relevant courses. Maintaining accurate training records, monitoring expiry dates, and ensuring all staff remain compliant with industry and health & safety standards.
• Acting as a key point of contact for inbound calls, responding to enquiries professionally and efficiently.
• Scheduling and booking jobs, coordinating with managers and operatives to ensure smooth delivery of services and optimal resource allocation.
• Creating, maintaining, and updating spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel to track operational and financial data.
• Producing reports, analysing information, and ensuring data accuracy to support business decision-making.
• Completing and submitting client Health & Safety questionnaires and documentation, ensuring compliance with regulations and company policies.
• Responsible for maintaining and reconciling the sales ledger, managing outstanding invoices through effective credit control processes, liaising with clients to secure timely payments, resolving account queries, and reducing aged debt.
• Accurately collating and processing employee timesheets to support weekly/monthly payroll. Ensuring all hours, overtime, and absences are recorded correctly, working closely with management to resolve discrepancies and maintain compliance with company procedures.