Plant Administrator in Preston

Overview

Our business is part of the Eric Wright Group and wholly owned by the Eric Wright Charitable Trust. We are commercially focused with a social purpose, forward thinking and people focussed, and we strive to develop and nurture talent in a positive, healthy environment. We are proud of our dedicated, passionate and friendly colleagues who live our values and work hard to make a difference every day.

We are looking for a Plant Administrator to join our busy procurement team. You will deliver a managed procurement process for purchase ledger purchases including materials and plant hire.

What You’ll Do

• Liaison with Site and Management Teams to determine plant requirements
• Generation and accurate utilisation of internal/external plant reports
• Placement of Plant Hire Orders
• Management of Plant off-hire systems and notifications
• Accurate maintenance of eVision V22 Plant Systems
• Placement of materials purchase orders as and when required
• Goods receipting activity as required
• Closing out of supplier invoice queries
• To actively support management and site teams and offer a personal and dedicated approach to plant hire solutions and associated costs

What You’ll Bring

• Appropriate IT skills including the use of company software packages
• Basic Commercial and financial awareness on the Procurement Function and specifically a good understanding of the order, receipting and invoicing process
• Good communication skills required to ensure requirements are fully understood and clear feedback is provided
• Good time management and workload planning skills to ensure deadlines are achieved or that potential missed deadlines are notified at the earliest opportunity
• Good problem solving skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Our Values

At the heart of everything we do are four core values:

• Integrity – We’re transparent, honest, and accountable. We build trust and deliver lasting impact.
• Excellence – We go beyond expectations with expertise, determination, and attention to detail.
• Respect – We’re inclusive, compassionate, and professional. Every voice matters.
• Innovation – We think differently, solve problems creatively, and embrace a “can do” attitude.

How You’ll Work

We’re looking for someone who lives our behaviours:

• Be authentic – Say what you mean, keep your promises, and build trust
• Be accountable – Own your work, celebrate success, and learn from setbacks
• Belong – Be part of something bigger, rooted in community and purpose
• Be the best you can – Give your all, ask for support, and grow with us
• Be motivated – Strive for excellence and take charge of your development
• Be safe – Look after yourself and others—safe people, safe place
• Be inclusive – Treat everyone with fairness, respect, and equality
• Be empathetic – Listen deeply and value every voice
• Be open – Share feedback, celebrate strengths, and speak up for what’s right
• Be collaborative – Offer support, share knowledge, and learn from others
• Be inspiring – Lead with positivity, embrace innovation, and foster teamwork
• Be bold – Speak up, be curious, and help shape the future

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a business that exists to make a difference
• Thrive in a healthy, empowering environment
• Work with passionate, dedicated colleagues who live our values
• Enjoy real opportunities to grow and shape your future
• Good salary and benefits offer

Our offer

• Enhanced annual leave starting at 26 Days + bank holidays rising with service
• Enhanced Paid Family Leave – maternity, paternity, adoption, fertility, compassion, bereavement, crisis, emergency dependants, and much more
• Learning and development – learning opportunities to develop talent at all levels with focus on technical competence, upskilling, compliance and governance
• Pension — 6.5% employer contribution of your salary into your pension
• BUPA – optional scheme and can include your family (50% contribution)
• Group Income Protection – 50% of your salary covered for 3 years for long term illness
• Health Plans – optional, including dental, cash health plans and critical illness
• EAP – Employee Assistance Programme through Health Assured
• Mental Health support – through Thrive app, NHS approved, provides tools to tackle stressors and supports wellbeing
• Savings scheme – Put aside an affordable amount for a rainy day
• Recognition awards – awards for long service and special birthdays
• Onsite gym – gym on site at Head Office – free to use
• Company Doctor – for health concerns
• Health and wellbeing strategy – focused on physical, emotional, financial and career wellbeing
• Well-being and work-life balance – enhanced benefits

Our Ethos

Working at the Eric Wright Group of companies is truly special. We are owned 100% by the Eric Wright Charitable Trust, with a social purpose and stability. Our reputation is built on ethical and long-term focus, with people, community and social value at our heart.

We are proud of our dedicated, passionate and friendly colleagues who live our values and make a difference in communities daily.

Equal opportunity

At Eric Wright Group, we hire great people from diverse backgrounds who share our values and contribute to a stronger company.

Safeguarding

The Eric Wright Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting wellbeing. Successful applicants may be required to undertake a DBS/Disclosure Scotland check and provide proof of right to work in the UK. We promote equal opportunities and expect our workplaces to be inclusive and accessible.