Apprentice Contracts Administrator
GEA REFRIGERATION UK LIMITED · Location to be confirmed
Business administrator (level 3)
Start your career in administration with a hands-on apprenticeship in a growing industrial engineering business. You'll support large-scale installation projects, working alongside Project Managers and Site Managers while developing skills in administration, procurement, finance and project coordination. Gain a recognised qualification
The work
- Set up and maintain project information on company systems.
- Obtain and compare supplier quotations
- Coordinate purchasing activities with Project Managers
- Support the tracking and delivery of project materials and equipment
- Assist with Health & Safety documentation and compliance records
- Help monitor project budgets, costs and financial performance
- Prepare and issue customer invoices
- Compile Operation & Maintenance (O&M) manuals
- Collate technical and Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) documentation
- Maintain company forms, templates and administrative records
- Provide general administrative support across the Contracts Department
Training
- Training to be completed in the workplace, with regular once a month workshops
- Apprenticeship trainer to visit in the workplace every 6 - 8 weeks
Training provider: EKC GROUP
What you come out with
- Potential permanent position and a recognised qualification
What they are looking for
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Creative
- Initiative
Qualifications
- Essential · GCSE Maths and English 4/C/Level 2 functional skills
The employer
GEA Refrigeration is a specialist division of GEA and a global leader in industrial refrigeration and sustainable cooling solutions. The company designs, manufactures and installs advanced refrigeration systems for industries including food and beverage production, cold storage, pharmaceuticals and manufacturing. With a strong focus on innovation, efficiency and environmental responsibility, GEA delivers high-quality engineering projects worldwide. As an apprentice, you will become part of a professional and supportive team, gaining practical experience on real projects while developing valuable skills and building a strong foundation for a successful career in industry.