About us
Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service.
About the role
Administrator
Location: Farringdon
Full time
Full UK driving licence required for occasional travel to support senior management.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Administrator to join the VolkerEnergy Business Unit. In this role, you will be responsible for providing accurate reporting, effective business administration, and operational coordination support.
The role will be responsible for developing and maintaining Power BI and Excel reports, producing management information and board reporting, administering expenses and travel arrangements, and coordinating plant and PPE requirements.
The postholder will play an important role in supporting business performance by transforming data into meaningful insights, ensuring accurate business information is available to stakeholders, and providing responsive administrative support that enables teams to operate efficiently and effectively.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting & Business Information
Produce, maintain and distribute regular business reports for operational and leadership teams.
Create, review and analyse Power BI reports to identify trends, risks and opportunities.
Summarise complex data into clear and concise management information.
Develop and maintain Excel-based reports, trackers and dashboards.
Validate data accuracy and investigate anomalies.
Support the preparation of board reports, business reviews and leadership presentations.
Assist stakeholders in interpreting data and reporting outputs to support decision making.Financial Administration
Process, monitor and track mileage and expense claims in accordance with company procedures.
Provide guidance to employees regarding expenses and mileage submissions.
Maintain accurate records and supporting documentation.
Support financial reporting and administrative processes where required.Travel & Logistics Coordination
Arrange travel, accommodation and associated logistics for employees and managers.
Coordinate rail, hotel and other travel bookings in line with company policies.
Manage travel itineraries and booking amendments.
Ensure travel requirements are delivered efficiently and cost effectively.Plant, PPE & Asset Administration
Coordinate requests for plant, equipment and PPE.
Maintain records relating to PPE allocation and plant requirements.
Monitor stock levels and support replenishment activities.
Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to ensure timely provision of equipment.
Support compliance requirements relating to plant and PPE records.Administrative & Operational Support
Provide administrative support to managers and project teams.
Manage meeting room bookings, ensuring rooms are appropriately scheduled,
Manage shared inboxes, correspondence and general enquiries.
Maintain business records, databases and filing systems.
Prepare documents, reports, meeting packs and presentations.
Support ad hoc business activities and operational requirements.Meeting & Stakeholder Coordination
Organise meetings, workshops and team events.
Coordinate meeting logistics, agendas and supporting documentation.
Produce meeting minutes and action trackers where required.
Build effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.About you
Previous administration/ secretary role experience
Articulate, personable, professional, presentable and supportive
Computer literate: including Excel, Word & PowerPoint
Excellent communication and organisational skills
An enthusiastic team player
UK Drivers License is required as you may need to attend meetings outside of Farringdon to support senior management.If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.
Why work with us?
VolkerStevin is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.
By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerStevin are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.
We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.
We offer a range of benefits, including:
Competitive salary
Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
Option to buy additional annual leave
Private medical care
Pension
Life Assurance
Cycle to Work scheme
Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits
Employee Assistance
Flexible working opportunities
programme
Mental health, physical health, and financial support
24/7 Virtual GP serviceFairness, inclusion and respect
We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.
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Additional information
Note for Recruitment Agencies:
Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release.
We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed
VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all
