Administrator

Posted:	04/08/26
Recruiter:	Pertemps Northampton
Reference:	3150061787
Type:	Temporary
Salary:	£13 Hourly
Location:	Irchester, Northamptonshire
Description:	Office Administrator Location: Wellingborough Pay Rate: 12.71 per hour Hours: Monday to Friday, 7am-5pm Position Overview We are looking for an experienced and organised Office Administrator to join our busy depot in Wellingborough. The ideal candidate will come from a construction, plant hire, industrial, or logistics background and be comfortable operating in a fast-paced commercial environment. You will be a core point of contact for administrative operations, liaising between hire controllers, workshop fitters, drivers, and external clients to keep depot processes running smoothly. Key Responsibilities Hire & Depot Administration Process and log plant machine hires, off-hires, and extensions using internal software systems. Raise and track purchase orders, cross-referencing transport movement sheets, delivery notes, and cross-hires. Assist with transport and driver logistics paperwork Prepare accurately detailed off-hire damage/breakdown notes in coordination with workshop engineers. Account & Compliance Support Check timecards, job sheets, and driver logs for accuracy before submitting for payroll/invoicing. Liaise with the central finance team to resolve invoice queries, purchase order discrepancies, and supplier credits. Maintain compliance records (e.g., machine maintenance logs, service certifications, health & safety documentation). Customer Service & General Office Support Answer incoming calls and emails, directing customer enquiries to the relevant hire controller or department. Welcome depot visitors, delivery drivers, and contractors while ensuring site health & safety sign-in protocols are followed. Order office supplies, manage incoming/outgoing mail, and maintain organised digital and physical filing systems. Essential Requirements & Qualifications Experience: Proven administration experience within a construction, plant hire, engineering, industrial, or haulage/logistics environment. Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with plant machinery terminology (e.g., excavators, dumpers, telehandlers) and hire office procedures is strongly preferred. IT Literacy: Tech-savvy with proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfortable learning bespoke plant management software. Attention to Detail: Excellent numerical and analytical skills with high accuracy when cross-checking hire contracts, POs, and invoices. Communication: Clear, confident telephone manner and professional email etiquette when dealing with clients, drivers, and depot staff. Work Ethic: Proactive, self-motivated, and capable of prioritising tasks under tight operational deadlines.
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