Apprentice Construction Administrator

Job Title: Apprentice Construction Administrator

Location: York, YO19

From the commitment we pour into our homes, to the belief we bring to supporting amazing careers, a role at Persimmon is a springboard for Building Your New Possible. Discover new opportunities to grow, learn new skills and release your potential.

We’re Persimmon Homes, a FTSE 100 listed company and a leading UK house builder serving local communities across the UK and delivering around 10,000 homes a year. We have 29 operating businesses in England, Wales and Scotland, three house-building brands and three off-site manufacturing facilities.

We’re looking for people like you, and this could be your opportunity to start Building Your New Possible.

What is the role?

This is an exciting opportunity for you to join our organisation as an Apprentice Construction Administrator. You will assist with all admin duties, across the business whilst supporting with various tasks and teams. This role typically reports to the Construction Secretary/Construction Director.

An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage and gain valuable work experience. You will be expected to work towards the Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard, with support from your employer.

There will also be internal training on our different in-house systems including Compliance Training, COINS and IT systems.

Monday- Friday 9.00am -5.00pm. I hour lunch break- 35 hrs

Apprenticeship will last 18-24 months

The role will include but is not limited to:

• Assist and support Construction Department, and site teams, both management and weekly paid employees
• Undertaking administrative procedures, filing, scanning and writing emails
• Amending and distribution of construction Gantt charts
• Amending build programme as directed
• Liaise with other Departments within the Regional office i.e. Sales, Accounts, Technical, Customer Care, Buying departments
• Assist with monitoring the NHBC data and distributing same within the Construction department
• Assist with monitoring the Health and Safety and Independent Quality Inspections and outstanding action points
• Assist in monitoring the Home Builder Federation customer satisfaction surveys to ensure we maintain our 5* status
• Preparing certification for and liaise with Housing Associations/Investors to ensure they receive all documentation
• Assist in monitoring performance from Subcontractors and Labour Only Sub-contractors, and send any correspondence re poor performance
• Assist the Group Health, Safety and Environment Advisor in monitoring site performance
• Recording of all Tool Box Talks
• Assisting with keeping the training matrix up to date.
• Assisting with organising the setting out Engineer
• Order uniform and PPE
• Order stationary for site
• Monitor holiday requests made via Access
• Take notes for any site meetings, disciplinary hearings as required
• Attend Construction meetings whether on site or in the Regional office
• To cover Reception duties as and when required
• Post

What we need from you?

• English & Maths (Grade A – C)
• Good communication skills
• IT skills
• Ability to work alone and in a team
• Polite
• Friendly
• Confident
• Personable

Personal Attributes:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work as part of a team and communicate with tradespeople, suppliers, and management.
• Proactive attitude with a strong attention to detail and problem-solving mindset.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic and commitment to completing the apprenticeship.
• Ability to adapt and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to undertake any training required for health and safety, technical skills

What’s in it for you?

Salary and benefits package

• Competitive Salary (DOE)
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Bonus

When you join us, the future is yours to explore. You can realise your full potential through industry-leading training and clearly signposted career paths. Persimmon is where hard graft and team spirit means real variety, satisfaction and rewards. A place where you can be at your best, and even go beyond what you thought you were capable of.

If this sounds like the place for you, apply today and start Building Your New Possible.

Persimmon are Proud Sponsors of Team GB

No Agencies please – Persimmon will not accept speculative CVs as a means of introduction

Persimmon is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination.

Our aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best.

If you have any questions about the job or application process please contact us at talentacquisition@persimmonhomes.com