Operations Assistant

1 week ago

Rochester ME ND, United Kingdom LC International ltd Full time £25,000 - £30,000 per year

Job Description: Operations Assistant

Job Title: Operations Assistant

Location: ME3 9ND

Reports To: Company Director

Employment Type: Full-Time

About Us:

We are a dynamic and fast-paced business operating in the mechanical engineering, welding, haulage, and heavy plant sales sectors, with a strong focus on delivering top-quality after-sales support. Our clients span the construction, recycling, and plant hire industries across the UK. We're seeking a highly organised, proactive, and detail-oriented Operations Assistant to support the smooth running of day-to-day operations across multiple departments.

Key Responsibilities:

Operational Support:

  • Assist in the planning and coordination of daily workshop, haulage, and service operations.
  • Track and manage work orders, job cards, and service schedules.
  • Support stock control and inventory management for parts, consumables, and workshop tools.
  • Liaise with engineers, welders, drivers, and sales teams to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and on time.

Customer & After-Sales Service:

  • Coordinate after-sales support requests, booking service engineers or fitters as needed.
  • Maintain customer service records and follow up to ensure client satisfaction.
  • Help manage warranty claims and parts returns.

Administrative Duties:

  • Prepare purchase orders, invoices, delivery notes, and relevant paperwork for operations and logistics.
  • Maintain accurate records of plant sales, service history, and transport logistics.
  • Support compliance documentation including health & safety, LOLER certificates, and vehicle maintenance logs.

Logistics & Haulage:

  • Schedule and track collections/deliveries with haulage drivers and subcontractors.
  • Liaise with customers regarding delivery times, access requirements, and on-site needs.

Cross-Departmental Coordination:

  • Work closely with sales, service, and workshop teams to streamline internal communication.
  • Provide real-time updates on plant availability, job progress, and scheduling.

Skills & Experience:

  • Previous experience in a similar operations, logistics, or engineering admin role.
  • Understanding of mechanical engineering, welding, or plant machinery (desirable).
  • Strong IT skills: MS Office, spreadsheets, CRM systems, and job tracking software.
  • Excellent organisational and multitasking ability.
  • Confident communicator with internal teams and customers.
  • Proactive, hands-on attitude with a strong attention to detail.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Opportunity to grow within a multi-discipline business.
  • Supportive and fast-paced working environment.
  • Training and development opportunities.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £25,000.00-£30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • Free parking
  • Health & wellbeing programme
  • On-site parking
  • Store discount

Work Location: In person

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