Business Administration Apprentice – Purchasing Team
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Company: EXPRESS ENGINEERING (OIL & GAS) LIMITED
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Location: NE11 0EG
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £18,304.00 per year
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Sector: Business and administration
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Ref: NAS-2000036073
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Application Deadline Date: 09/07/2026
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Start Date: 12/07/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: 40 hours per week. Monday to Thursday, 7:30am to 4:30pm. Friday, 7:30am to 1:30pm, 30 mins lunch.
Brief Description
Express Engineering is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Business Administration Apprentice to join their Purchasing Team at their Team Valley facility in Gateshead. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience while working towards a recognised Business Administration qualification.
Training to be Provided
Business Administration Apprenticeship Level 3, attend monthly day release sessions at Access Training based on the Team Valley, Gateshead.
Future Prospects
Opportunities for future career development within the business.
Vacancy Detail
As part of the Purchasing Team, you will support the day-to-day administration and coordination of purchasing activities, helping ensure materials, components, and services are ordered efficiently to support production and business operations.
Main duties include:
- Supporting the Purchasing Team with general administrative tasks.
- Processing purchase orders and updating internal systems.
- Communicating with suppliers regarding orders, deliveries, and queries.
- Maintaining accurate purchasing records and documentation.
- Assisting with stock and inventory administration.
- Managing emails, telephone calls, and correspondence professionally.
- Working closely with other departments across the business.
- Learning and following company procedures and quality standards.
Applicants should have good IT skills and be willing to learn. Full training will be given.
Probationary period applies.
Other Information
Initially a fixed term contract for the duration of the apprenticeship (18 months) will be reviewed on successful completion of the apprenticeship with a view to becoming permanent for the right candidate.
Please ensure you can travel to this employer for a 7:30am start.
This is a full-time, permanent role, based on-site Monday to Friday. The employer is happy to discuss flexible working options around working hours.