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Ashton Recruitment was established in Belfast in 2004, but our experience in recruitment spans much longer than that. With over 25 years of industry experience, our Managing Director, Karen Ferran, has built long-standing relationships with businesses across Northern Ireland who trust us to help them find the right people.

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Full Time, Permanent
Belfast, County Antrim
Posted 8 hours ago

Ashton Recruitment is recruiting an Operations Administrator on behalf of a well-established and growing client based in Belfast.

Operations Administrator

Location: Belfast
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive

Working as part of the Operations Team, you will support the coordination and administration of daily business activities, helping to ensure work progresses efficiently and customers receive a professional and responsive service.

Reporting to the Office Manager, you will maintain operational records, monitor outstanding actions, coordinate information between departments and support customer enquiries. This varied role would suit an organised and proactive administrator who enjoys working in a busy environment and taking ownership of tasks through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide day-to-day administrative and coordination support to the Office Manager and Operations Team.

  • Support the progress of ongoing work by maintaining accurate records, tracking outstanding actions and following up with relevant colleagues.

  • Act as a central point of contact for operational enquiries, liaising with customers, colleagues and external stakeholders.

  • Handle incoming telephone calls and emails, gathering relevant information and directing enquiries to the appropriate team.

  • Coordinate information between departments to support the timely completion of work and resolution of customer queries.

  • Maintain operational spreadsheets and internal systems, ensuring information is accurate, complete and up to date.

  • Use Microsoft Excel to organise data, monitor activity and prepare reports for the Operations Team.

  • Prepare, update and maintain documentation relating to ongoing work and day-to-day business activities.

  • Identify missing information or administrative issues and follow up promptly to help prevent delays.

  • Support the transfer of paper-based records into digital systems and assist with improvements to administrative processes.

  • Maintain an organised filing system so operational documentation can be accessed easily when required.

  • Keep colleagues informed of relevant updates, outstanding queries and changes affecting ongoing work.

  • Prioritise daily tasks in line with operational requirements while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

  • Assist with general office duties and provide support across the business as required.

The Successful Candidate Will Ideally Have

  • A minimum of two years' experience in an administration, operations support or coordination role within a busy working environment.

  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook and Word.

  • Confidence using Excel to maintain spreadsheets, organise data and prepare reports.

  • Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and follow tasks through to completion.

  • Strong attention to detail and experience maintaining accurate records.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a professional telephone manner.

  • Experience handling customer enquiries and liaising with colleagues across different departments.

  • The ability to identify issues, obtain missing information and recognise when matters need to be escalated.

  • A proactive and practical approach to supporting daily operations.

  • The ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

  • A professional, friendly and approachable manner.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary.

  • Monday-Friday working hours, 8:00am-4:00pm.

  • Permanent, full-time position.

  • Professional support and development.

  • Excellent working environment.

  • Comprehensive employee benefits.

  • Life assurance.

  • Pension scheme.

  • Opportunity to join an established and growing organisation.

Ashton Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Job Features

Job Category

Admin, Finance & HR

Ashton Recruitment is recruiting an Operations Administrator on behalf of a well-established and growing client based in Belfast. Operations Administrator Location: BelfastHours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am...

Full Time
Cookstown, County Tyrone
Posted 1 day ago

Press Operator

Location: Cookstown
Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour
Hours: Monday to Thursday, 6:30am - 5:15pm

Ready for a New Opportunity?

Are you an experienced Press Operator looking for your next move? Want to put your manufacturing skills to use in a busy production environment while enjoying a three-day weekend every week?

Ashton Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced Press Operator to join our client's manufacturing team in Cookstown!

What Does the Role Involve?

Our client specialises in manufacturing high-quality kitchen and bedroom components and is looking for someone with the right experience to help keep production running smoothly.

Your duties will include:

  • Operating press machinery safely and efficiently.

  • Supporting the production of quality kitchen and bedroom components.

  • Checking products to ensure they meet quality standards.

  • Following production procedures and health and safety guidelines.

  • Maintaining a clean and organised working area.

  • Working alongside the wider production team to meet daily targets.

Why Apply?

  • £12.71 per hour.

  • Four-day working week, Monday to Thursday.

  • Enjoy every Friday, Saturday and Sunday off!

  • On-site parking available.

  • Ongoing training provided to help you develop your skills.

  • Join an established manufacturing environment where quality and teamwork matter.

What Are We Looking For?

To be considered for this opportunity, you must have:

  • Previous experience as a Press Operator.

  • Previous work experience with BA Components or ONS.

Think this role is for you?

If you have the relevant experience and are ready for a new opportunity, get in touch with Ashton Recruitment today to apply!

Contact our team for more information or to register your interest.

Job Features

Job Category

Manufacturing & Engineering

Press Operator Location: CookstownPay Rate: £12.71 per hourHours: Monday to Thursday, 6:30am – 5:15pm Ready for a New Opportunity? Are you an experienced Press Operator looking for your next mo...

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Ashton Recruitment is the trading name of Ashton Recruitment Ltd. Register in NI with registration number NI061824. VAT No. 844102459 Registered office, 25 Howard Street, Belfast, BT1 6NB

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