Operations Assistant Apprenticeship

International Lift Equipment, based in Wanlip, are looking for an Operations Assistant Apprentice to join their team, assisting in an office where they manufacture lift equipment. 

Role

Main duties to include:

  • Processing orders
  • Stock Control
  • Operating Sage, the finance system
  • Answering emails
  • Dealing with internal and external customers
  • Dealing with enquiries
  • Answering the telephone
  • Quoting for spares and repairs
  • Supporting on the shop floor as and when required

Training

80% of this apprenticeship will be working with the employer and 20% 'off the job' training which includes attending Leicester College, Freemen's Park Campus, one day every two weeks.

There maybe the opportunity of progression onto an Operations Manager position, following the completion of a successful apprenticeship.

Apprenticeship Standard
Business administrator (level 3)
Training Provider
LEICESTER COLLEGE
Working Week
Monday - Thursday 8.30am - 5.00pm and Friday 8.30am - 4.00pm.
Expected Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Positions Available
1
Closing Date
Sunday, 13th September 2026
Start Date
Thursday, 1st October 2026

Desired Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience

Qualifications

  • English GCSE, grade Grade 4 or equivalent (Essential)
  • Maths GCSE, grade Grade 4 or equivalent (Essential)

About the Employer

INTERNATIONAL LIFT EQUIPMENT LTD
International Lift Equipment has been a market-leading provider of best-in-class lift solutions since 1975. Customers include, hospitals, local authorities, airports, underground stations, hotels and retail outlets.

Job Details

Company
INTERNATIONAL LIFT EQUIPMENT LTD
Location
Unit 3 a Wanlip Road, Syston, Leicester, England, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£16,224 a year
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