Story Decorating Group Limited

Operations Administrator

  • Full Time (39 hours per week)
  • Operations Team
  • Head Office, Carlisle

About the Role

We're looking for an organised and reliable Operations Administrator to join our team.


This is a busy and varied role where you'll be supporting the day-to-day running of the business. You'll work closely with our Operations team, helping with project programmes, resource planning and general administration, while making sure important paperwork and information is kept up to date and flowing smoothly.

What you'll be doing

  • Creating and updating project and labour programmes.
  • Producing reports and helping with resource planning.
  • Answering phone calls and welcoming visitors.
  • Managing incoming and outgoing post.
  • Carrying out data entry and filing.
  • Supporting Contract Managers and the wider Operations team.
  • Organising vehicle servicing, maintenance and annual driving licence checks.
  • Booking accommodation when required.
  • Sending starter packs to new subcontractors and collecting the required information.
  • Collating and distributing timesheets, invoices, labour records and other operational paperwork.
  • Keeping paperwork logs up to date and distributing snagging lists to operational teams.

What we're looking for

  • Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word.
  • Strong organisation skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage a varied workload and prioritise tasks.
  • Good communication skills and a friendly approach.
  • A team player who is happy to support different departments when needed.

it would be great if you also have:

  • A Business Administration qualification.
  • Experience of project programming or scheduling.
  • Experience of resource planning and allocation.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
  • Pension (3% employer, 5% employee)
  • Opportunities for career progression within a growing company.
  • The chance to be part of a respected organisation with a strong track record in the industry.


Why join us?

You'll be joining a supportive team where no two days are the same. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys keeping things organised, working with different people and playing an important role in the smooth running of the business.


We offer a friendly working environment, a secure and established business, and the chance to develop your skills while being part of a hardworking team.


Interested? We'd love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV.

Vision & Values

Vision

 

To continue to strengthen and grow Story Decorating Group as the UK’s decorating contractor of choice. 

 

Providing high quality and innovative painting, decorating and specialist coatings for a wide range of projects across all sectors.

 

Values

 

We are our values: STORY

 

SAFE - Protecting People, Peace of Mind

TRUSTED - Reliable, Honest and Transparent

ORGANISED - Streamlined Processes & Coordination

REPUTABLE - Quality, Efficiency & Service

YOU - Integral to our Continued Success

Equal Opportunities

Story Decorating Group Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to providing a working environment in which our people are able to realise their full potential and to contribute to our business success.

 

It is our policy to treat all of our people and job applicants fairly and equally regardless of their gender, sexual orientation, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion, age, disability, or trade union membership status.