This is an exciting opportunity to start a career within a forward-thinking organisation that is respected as the UK’s largest steel distributor and processor.
All About Us
Barret Steel Tubes are part of Barrett Steel, the UK’s largest steel distributor and processor, with over 160 years of heritage we are still family owned and operate from 29 sites across the UK and Ireland, holding more than 120,000 tonnes of steel stock. Although we are a business with significant scale, our success is built on the people who make it happen every day. We continually invest in our people, the latest processing machinery, technology, and materials-handling equipment so that we can deliver an exceptional service to our customers. Our people, our customers, and the communities in which we operate are at the heart of what we do. We are a forward-thinking business that values hard work, ambition, teamwork, and are always open to new ideas. Due to growth we have an opening for a Business Administration Level 3 Apprentice.
All About the Role
You will be given the training necessary to carry out your role, including mentoring by a strong, established site team. You’ll use the latest in blended learning techniques, to ensure you receive the highest levels of training whilst working on the core business activities. The hours of work are Monday-Friday 8.30am-5pm.
Specific tasks may include:
- Support the sales team with customer enquiries, quotations, order entry and routine account administration
- Learn and use the company’s computer systems accurately and consistently
- Develop knowledge of steel tube products, processing capabilities, customer applications and relevant industry terminology
- Assist with commercial pricing by gathering accurate product, processing and delivery information
- Track orders through the business and communicate clearly with colleagues to help meet customer requirements
- Maintain accurate records and follow company procedures for quality, safety and information handling
- Build positive working relationships with customers, suppliers and colleagues across departments
We offer You
- A fully funded 19-month Business Administration Apprenticeship where 1 day per week you will study and the rest in the business
- Training programme covering; sales and commercial, operations and the drawing office
- £16,500 salary during the apprenticeship
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Pension + Life Assurance
- Discounts on retail and leisure
- Access to health and wellbeing services
- A long-term career in the business with progression opportunities
- A mentor during your time on the apprenticeship
All About You
You will have the passion, drive, and confidence to work within the business in a collaborative, creative way.
Essential Skills for the role:
- You should be organised and methodical in your approach with a genuine interest in developing a career in Barrett Steel
- A good level of IT; able to confidently use Microsoft Word and ideally Excel and PowerPoint at a basic level
- GCSE qualifications in English & Maths ideally at grade 5 or above
- A positive, dependable and collaborative attitude
- Willingness to learn across sales, operations and technical functions
- Live local to site
- Drive or learning to drive
Business Admin Apprentice L3 in Dudley employer: Barrett Steel
Barrett Steel Tubes is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and family-oriented work culture that values innovation and community engagement. With over 150 years of heritage, employees benefit from continuous investment in their professional development and state-of-the-art resources, ensuring a rewarding career path in the steel industry. Located across 29 sites, Barrett Steel fosters a collaborative environment where every team member's contribution is recognised and valued.
