Business Admin Apprentice

Company: WASHINGTON METAL WORKS LIMITED
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Location: Gateshead
Job Description:

Introduction

This Business Admin apprenticeship is for a hardworking, committed apprentice to join a busy, fast‑paced office environment to support customers in the production of jobs. An individual with an engineering mindset would be a great fit for this role, learning how to build routers and quote work throughout their apprenticeship.

About the Employer

Washington Metalworks is a specialist UK sheet metal fabrication subcontractor with over 40 years’ experience supporting OEM manufacturers in demanding industries. We manufacture precision components at scale — from switchgear enclosures and data centre infrastructure to rail components, earthmoving equipment, and vehicle chassis — all produced in the North East and delivered across the UK. By bringing every stage in‑house, we offer a fully integrated service covering design, laser profiling, punching, forming, fabrication, welding, finishing and assembly. The result is greater control, consistent quality and reliable delivery at scale.

What You’ll Do

  • Print route cards
  • Pair route cards with relevant drawings
  • Prepare packing lists
  • Attend internal meetings to take minutes and action points
  • Process customer schedules
  • Locate missing parts around the factory
  • Assist the relevant Process Manager to organise job cards
  • Training

Training Outcome

There is the possibility of full‑time, permanent employment where available for the right candidate.

Skills Required

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem‑solving skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical thinking
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Patience

Qualifications

Essential – GCSE English grade 4-9

Essential – GCSE Maths grade 4-9

Course Information

  • Course: Business Administrator (Level 3)
  • Level: 3
  • Route: Business and Administration
  • Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

  • Working week: Monday‑Thursday 7:30am‑4:30pm, Friday 7:30am‑11:30am
  • Expected duration: 1 year 6 months

Training provider: City of Sunderland College

This employer is part of the Disability Confident scheme, committed to employing disabled people.

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Posted: July 18th, 2026