Operations Assistant – Renewable Energy

ADLIB

  • Bristol Area
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 8 days ago
Operations Assistant required to join a Bristol-based, ethically driven renewable energy solutions business. They need someone capable of wearing multiple hats to support business operations across a very wide range of tasks and projects. They're dedicated to accelerating the UK's transition to clean energy, reducing customer costs and future-proofing their energy solutions. This is a fantastic hybrid working opportunity to drive your career forward with an exciting local business in a role with real variety and job satisfaction.What skills you'll need
  • Previous experience in operations, office management, or business administration, ideally within a small business.
  • Strong organisational and time management skills.
  • Proficiency with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive) or MS Office Suite.
  • Excellent attention to detail and record-keeping ability.
  • Strong communication skills for dealing with suppliers, staff, and external partners.
  • A genuine interest in sustainability.
  • Proactive, resourceful, and solutions-focused.
  • Knowledge of stock/inventory control, warehouse processes, or supply chain management.
  • Familiarity with bookkeeping or accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks).
What you'll be doingThe Operations Assistant will ensure the smooth running of the company's day-to-day operations, providing essential support to the leadership and site teams. This role is central to maintaining business efficiency - covering team logistics, supplier coordination, office management, inventory and stock management, bookkeeping, and compliance record-keeping.
  • Arrange and manage travel, transport, and accommodation for site teams, including UK mainland and Channel Islands projects.
  • Manage office supplies, consumables, and IT equipment inventories.
  • Ensure all business insurance, licences, and accreditations are current and renewed on time.
  • Maintain and update operational records, including asset registers, fleet documentation, and equipment servicing logs.
  • Maintain accurate records of PPE, tools, equipment, and consumable stock levels.
  • Manage stock movement between warehouse, office, and site teams - issuing, tracking, and recording items to ensure accountability.
  • Liaise with suppliers to negotiate pricing, lead times, and delivery schedules for operational stock requirements.
  • Maintain approved supplier and subcontractor lists, ensuring up-to-date insurance, qualifications, and contact details.
  • Raise purchase orders for operational goods and services (non-project-specific).
  • Support the H&S Manager in preparing documentation for audits and renewals.
  • Maintain accurate financial records for operational expenditure.
  • Assist directors with diary management, meeting scheduling, and travel arrangements.
  • Manage and triage incoming phone calls to the office number, ensuring calls are directed to the right person and messages are passed on promptly.
  • Prepare basic reports, summaries, and internal communications for the team.
  • Support HR processes, including maintaining personnel files and annual leave records.
What you'll get in return for your talentsThey're offering the opportunity to join a growing, friendly and supportive team with the ultimate aim of aiding the UK's transition to Net Zero. There's a competitive salary (up to £33K), pension, training budget, team away days, career development plans and more. This is an excellent opportunity for a pro-active, highly motivated individual to grow with the business and move into an Operations Manager role in the future.What's nextLike the sound of this one? Send in your CV for immediate consideration.

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