At a Glance
- Tasks: Gain hands-on experience in administration, operations, finance, and marketing within renewable energy.
- Company: Join The Green Way Solar Ltd, a family-run leader in sustainable energy solutions.
- Benefits: Receive ongoing training, real responsibility, and clear career progression in a growing industry.
- Other info: Dynamic role with potential for permanent position and growth into various departments.
- Why this job: Make a difference in the renewable energy sector while developing valuable skills.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in English and Maths (9-4) required; strong communication and IT skills preferred.
The predicted salary is between 19575 - 23925 £ per year.
Launch your career with one of the region's leading renewable energy companies. Work across administration, operations, finance, customer service and marketing while helping deliver solar, battery storage and air conditioning projects.
The Green Way Solar Ltd is a well-established, family run renewable energy company based in Milton Keynes, designing and installing solar PV, battery storage, EV charging and air conditioning systems across domestic, commercial and public sector projects. We are passionate about creating a more sustainable future while delivering exceptional customer service. Our values of Trust, Initiative, Respect and Family are at the heart of everything we do. As a growing business, we invest in our people, providing ongoing training, real responsibility and clear career progression in one of the UK's fastest-growing industries. Our apprentices are valued members of the team from day one, working alongside experienced team members and gaining practical skills that will support a long-term career.
Role and Responsibilities:
- The apprentice will rotate across multiple disciplines to gain a broad understanding of how a modern renewable energy business operates.
- Duties include:
- Answering telephone calls, SMS and emails
- Supporting customers throughout their journey
- Updating Lana CRM and ServiceM8 & Design Software’s
- Preparing quotations, handover packs and project documentation
- Assisting finance with invoice processing and filing in Xero
- Supporting HR with recruitment, onboarding and training records
- Assisting marketing with LinkedIn, website and review campaigns
- Scheduling surveys, installations and service visits
- Ordering office supplies and maintaining accurate records
- Learning AI tools, including Microsoft Copilot and ChatGPT, to improve productivity
- Supporting continuous improvement projects across the business
The apprentice will receive structured mentoring and rotate through Administration, Operations, Finance, Marketing, Sales and Customer Service.
Training Outcome:
This role is intended to develop into a permanent position. Successful candidates could progress into Operations, Office Management, Marketing, Finance or Project Coordination as the business continues to grow.
Skills Required:
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Interest in AI
Qualifications:
- Essential - GCSE - English - 9-4
- Essential - GCSE - Maths - 9-4
Course Information:
- Course: Business administrator (level 3)
- Level: 3
- Route: Business and administration
- Apprenticeship Level: Advanced
Working Arrangements:
- Working Week: Monday-Friday 08:00
- Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
- Training Provider: MILTON KEYNES COLLEGE
This employer is part of the Disability Confident scheme, committed to employing disabled people.
Operations Administrator Apprentice employer: THE GREEN WAY SOLAR LIMITED
The Green Way Solar Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment in the thriving renewable energy sector. With a strong commitment to employee development, apprentices are integrated into various departments, gaining hands-on experience and valuable skills while contributing to meaningful projects that promote sustainability. Located in Milton Keynes, the company fosters a culture of trust and respect, ensuring that every team member feels valued and has clear pathways for career progression.
Contact Details:
THE GREEN WAY SOLAR LIMITED Recruitment Team
