Job Description
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Driving Licence
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Skills
Communication skills
Job details
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Pay
£26,547 a year
Job type
Permanent
Full-time
Location
Manchester
Full job description
The Operations Assistant will support the North Manchester Water Network Management Team by coordinating training, maintaining accurate compliance records, and assisting with Health & Safety activities. The role also involves managing company vehicle processes, including MOT tracking and legal documentation. This is a varied and essential position that helps ensure an efficient and compliant hub operation.
Accountabilities & Responsibilities
Act as Training Coordinator, managing bookings, notifying staff of training, and serving as the point of contact for issues such as sickness, non-attendance or directions.
Serve as the Health & Safety administration focal leader by maintaining all statutory records and ensuring compliance.
Provide wide-ranging administrative and financial support, including journals, accruals, capital timesheets, financial analysis, communications, meeting organisation and covering other Operations Assistants when needed.
Manage ordering and record‑keeping for PPE, tools, equipment, stationery and office materials, as well as raising purchase orders and supporting field staff with related requests.
Maintain local databases and information, including spares, deliveries, contact lists, maps, addresses, ID and hygiene cards.
Support managers with events and activities such as Open Days and Away Days, and act as point of contact for site materials such as posters.
Technical Skills & Experience
Highly organised, able to multi‑task, self‑driven and motivated, with strong interpersonal skills.
Excellent attention to detail, high accuracy and a strong drive to produce high‑quality work.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with colleagues, stakeholders and service providers, and to share knowledge and skills.
Proficient in Microsoft packages and able to travel between sites as required.
Flexible, reliable and able to adapt to changing demands.
Full UK Driving Licence required.
We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Operations Assistant position is now open for candidates interested in the Office Assistant Jobs sector. This role in Manchester offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Office Assistant Jobs is a plus.