At a Glance
- Tasks: Support sales, purchasing, and customer service in a busy engineering office.
- Company: Established engineering manufacturer with a friendly team atmosphere.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, five weeks leave, and a contributory pension scheme.
- Other info: Fixed-term contract until December 2026 with opportunities for growth.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and gain valuable experience in the engineering sector.
- Qualifications: Previous admin experience, strong computer skills, and excellent communication abilities.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 28000 £ per year.
Position: Administration Assistant (Fixed Term Contract until 22nd December 2026)
Location: Ashford
Salary: £25,000 - £28,000 Pro Rata (DOE)
A well-established engineering manufacturer specialising in the design and manufacture of specialist industrial machinery is looking to recruit an Administration Assistant to join its friendly team in Ashford on a fixed-term contract until 22nd December 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and proactive administrator to join a busy export-focused business.
Working within a small administration team, you will provide support across sales administration, purchasing, customer service and shipping activities, ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the office.
Job Overview- Producing customer quotations, sales orders and purchase orders
- Progressing customer and supplier orders through to completion
- Liaising with customers via telephone and email
- Coordinating the shipment of goods
- Assisting with import documentation and paperwork checks
- Handling incoming telephone calls and email enquiries
- Supporting the administration team with general office duties
- Working closely with colleagues to ensure excellent customer service and efficient order processing
- Previous administration experience within an office environment
- Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Strong organisational skills with good attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a small team
- Professional and proactive approach to work
- Experience of export documentation or shipping goods
- Knowledge of Sage
- Experience working to deadlines within a busy office environment
Hours of Work: Monday to Thursday: 08:00 - 16:30, Friday: 08:00 - 13:00, 37 hours per week
Full-time, fixed-term contract until 22nd December 2026
Benefits:
- £25,000 - £28,000 Pro Rata, depending on experience
- Contributory pension scheme
- Five weeks' annual leave plus bank holidays
- Flexible working hours
- Stable, supportive and friendly working environment
- Opportunity to gain experience within a specialist engineering manufacturer with an international customer base
Locations
Admin Assistant - Engineering (FTC) in Ashford, Kent employer: Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD
Join a leading player in the HVAC sector as a Chiller Engineer in Kent, where you will benefit from a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With competitive salaries ranging from £40-47k, generous holiday allowances, and travel expenses covered, this role offers not just a job, but a rewarding career path in a thriving industry. Enjoy the unique advantage of working in a dynamic team environment while contributing to impactful projects across the South East.
Contact Details:
Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD Recruitment Team
