Office Manager and PA to Managing Director, Transportation
Do you want to be part of a successful, dynamic, forward-thinking business? Do you have a proactive approach and enjoy an engaging fast-paced role?
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and highly organised Office Manager & Personal Assistant to support our Managing Director, Transportation and lead the day to day operation of our Blantyre office.
The role is responsible for managing office services, facilities, administration and workplace experience, whilst providing comprehensive executive support to the Managing Director for Transportation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide proactive and confidential support to the Managing Director, including diary, email and travel management.
- Prepare meeting packs, presentations, agendas and minutes, ensuring actions are followed through.
- Coordinate leadership meetings, business updates and divisional events.
- Assist the Managing Director and Transportation Leadership Team with the coordination of strategic priorities and business initiatives.
- Lead the day-to-day running of the Blantyre office, overseeing facilities, suppliers and workplace services.
- Manage office budgets and administrative processes, identifying opportunities for improvement.
- Provide leadership and support to the office support team, ensuring a high-quality service is delivered across the business.
- Support internal communications, employee engagement activities and strategic initiatives.
- Promote a safe, compliant and positive workplace environment.
At Story Contracting, we invest in our people. We provide award-winning training and development opportunities for all employees to help you get to where you want to be in your career.
- In addition to a competitive salary and pension, we show we care about our people by offering a health cash plan and wellbeing support to keep you fit and well - inside and outside of work.
- Two paid for volunteering days each year to spend as a team or individually.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Previous experience in an Office Manager, Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant role supporting senior leaders.
- Exceptional organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams.
- Experience coordinating meetings, events and executive schedules.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage confidential information.
- Proven experience leading or supervising administrative teams.
- Experience within transportation, infrastructure, engineering or construction environments.
- Facilities or workplace management experience.
- Experience organising large-scale business events and leadership meetings.
Why Story Contracting?
Story Contracting is a privately-owned, award-winning infrastructure company who is financially secure and agile with a wide range of public, private and third sector clients who enjoy working with our talented and committed team.Our track record for delivery on time and to budget, safely and reliably, has meant repeat business from our clients, which is reflected in our motto of 'Do It Right!'
Our values are at the heart of everything we do - the way we work and the behaviours we display. We believe that this is what makes Story Contracting and our people exceptional.
GROUNDED - Everyone is equal at Story. We are down to earth and treat each other with respect.
HARDWORKING - We all pull our weight and work hard for each other.
PROUD - We are proud of our safety, our projects, our people, our clients and the success we create together.
FAMILY - We nurture, train, develop and keep our people safe, just like a family. We are inclusive and do the right thing for the business and its people.
TRUSTED - What we say is what we do. Our clients, our people and our communities trust us to do it right.
WINNERS - We are hungry for success and want to be the best performing contractor for our clients, our people and our communities.
Every Story Matters
We are proud to be a place where everyone can be part of the Story!
As part of our pledge to eliminate discrimination and encourage diversity among our Story Team, our 'Every Story'policy ensures all employees are a part of a diverse environment and always feel included.
Allapplicants will receive careful consideration for employment regardless of who you are, where you come from or what you believe in.
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Office Manager and PA to Managing Director, Transportation in Blantyre employer: Story Contracting Limited
At Story Contracting, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that values every team member. Our Chorley office is not just a workplace; it's a community where you can thrive through award-winning training and development opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and a commitment to employee wellbeing. With a strong focus on safety, collaboration, and community engagement, we empower our Site Agents to lead impactful projects while enjoying a fulfilling career path.
