Average Housing Administrator salary in Brentwood

Job Title: Office Administrator Location: West Horndon, Essex Salary: £25,000 - £28,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Job Type: Full time, Permanent Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am - 4pm About Us: Blackburn & Co Ltd are a metal fabrication company, based in Essex, specialising in manufacturing and installation of all mild steel metalwork, such as staircases, handrails, balustrades, gates and bespoke fabrications. About the role: As our team continues to grow, Blackburn & Co Ltd are looking for a highly organised and professional Office Administrator to support our Operations, Commercial, and Project Delivery teams. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on organisation, enjoys variety in their day, and wants to be part of a growing, creative metalwork company. The Office Administrator will play a key part in ensuring the smooth running of the office and supporting day-to-day business operations. You'll work closely with the Sales Director, Operations Director, and Project Managers, helping to keep projects, documentation, and communication moving efficiently. Key Responsibilities: Office & Administrative Support: Act as the main point of contact for general office coordinationManage incoming calls, emails, and correspondence professionallyLiaise with clients, including sending quotations, logging enquiries, and chasing outstanding quotesMaintain organised digital filing systems (projects, HR, H&S, compliance)Schedule meetings, prepare agendas, and take minutes when requiredSupport basic HR functions, including timesheets and training records Accounts & Financial Administration: Assist with purchase orders and expense trackingSupport the management of supplier payments and credit applicationsUpdate and maintain cost, procurement, and finance trackers Project & Operational Support: Assist with procurement administration - issuing POs, tracking deliveries, liaising with suppliersSupport document control for drawings, RAMS, subcontractor informationPrepare and maintain project documentation for pre-starts, progress, and close-outHelp coordinate logistics and deliveries between the office, workshop, and sites Team & Communication: Support communication between office, workshop, and site teamsAssist with onboarding new staff or subcontractors (ID checks, induction packs, compliance)Provide ad-hoc administrative support to the leadership teamSupport the team with managing social media content and scheduling posts About you: Skills & Experience: Essential: Proven experience in an administrative or office management roleExcellent organisational and multitasking abilitiesStrong written and verbal communication skillsProficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)High attention to detail and accuracyProfessional, reliable, and proactive approach Desirable: Experience in metalwork, construction, fit-out, manufacturing, or design sectorsUnderstanding of purchase orders, invoicing, and cost trackingFamiliarity with QuickBooks or similar accounting softwareBasic understanding of H&S and project documentation Personal Qualities: Friendly, approachable, and a confident communicatorTakes ownership of tasks and follows them through to completionCalm under pressure with strong prioritisation skillsPositive attitude and team-focused mindsetKeen to learn and develop within a supportive business What We Offer: Competitive salary (dependent on experience)Monday-Friday, office-based role in West Horndon, EssexSupportive, collaborative, and growing working environment Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Administrator, Office Administration Assistant, Office Coordinator, Business Administrator, Office Assistant, Office Coordinator, Construction Administrator, Manufacturing Admin, Metalwork Administrator may also be considered for this role.

Recruiting for a School Office Administrator with duties on reception and general admin who is a reliable, professional team player for a busy Primary School in the Hornchurch area.Good customer service skills to work with parents, visitors, students and staff as well as great IT skills working with Microsoft Word, Excel, SIMS and willing to learn other in house systems.To start as soon as possible - Monday to Friday 8.00am – 4.00pm (Term time only)For the role:To ensure that there is a warm, welcoming, and professional feel to the 'front of house' for visitors, staff, parents and students.To be polite, friendly and adhere to the schools security & safeguarding policies.To have good communication and telephone manner.To be organised, and willing to work as part of a team.Good computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft word and Sims would be desirable.We offer:A full face-to-face interview to ascertain your skills, experience & understand the right role for youOver 300 training courses for all workersCompetitive Monthly pay with additional Holiday payOn going support from the schools & Apex team who are teachers with over 20 years school based recruitment experienceIf you are interested in this School Office Administration job, please call us for a discussion or apply with your CV and a covering letter.This post is subject to a face-to-face interview, vetting checks including enhanced DBS and full compliance for working with children.We aim to promote and ensure equality of opportunity and equal treatment for all. We adhere to 'Safer Recruitment of Children’ guidance and all staff are fully trained. Apex Education Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Are you available for ongoing temporary work? We are looking for experienced Housing Officers on behalf of Brentwood Council. To cover a patch of 400 properties, arrears recovery, estate inspections, tenancy audits and tenancy management. 3 monthly rolling basis. Full time 37 hours per week Monday to Friday paying £22 per hour PAYE, which is equivalent to £42,328 salary or £27.69 per hour through an umbrella. To provide a high quality estate management service; ensuring outstanding customer service and service delivery. Engaging with customers to design services that work for them and utilising resources within the local community to make a real, quality difference to people’s lives.The post covers a wide range of duties assisting with the day to day management of the Council’s housing stock as it relates to efficient estate management, including rent arrears and anti-social behaviour.Experience:Substantial experience of working in a Social Housing environment Practical experience of income recovery and debt collection. Ability to compile and maintain accurate caseworkValid full UK driving licence Willingness and flexibility to work outside normal hours as necessary.Please forward updated CV for immediate consideration