About us
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and adaptable Business Operations Assistant to join our Office team at Newport Galvanizers Ltd in Newport, Wales. We are part of Wedge Group Galvanizing, a successful family-owned business offering secure employment to its employees for over 150 years. We have 15 sites nationwide and apply corrosion protection to all the steel you regularly see around you such as street furniture, lampposts, bridge beams and even football stadiums through our galvanizing process.
You won’t just be joining a business; you’ll be part of a group that can offer you opportunities and development for the whole of your career!
We pride ourselves on caring for each other, with fairness and trust at our core. If you have similar values, you might find us to be a great place to work.
What’s the role?
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to kickstart their career and learn how a successful manufacturing business operates. We are looking for a mature, reliable individual who is IT confident, willing to learn, and prepared to get stuck in wherever needed.
The successful candidate will work across a variety of business functions, gaining experience in areas including:
- Production control
- Transport planning and logistics
- Goods inward administration
- Invoicing and payroll support
- Customer service and sales administration
- General business and office operations
The role has been created to provide support across the business, helping cover key activities during periods of absence, peak workloads and business growth. Over time, the successful candidate will develop a broad understanding of the company and may progress into a permanent specialist or management position as opportunities arise.
What are the hours?
Monday to Friday inclusive working 37.5 hours per week. These are usually worked in 7.5-hour slots at some point between 07:00 and 18:00.
Who would suit this role?
- Strong IT skills and is comfortable learning new systems.
- Organised and detail- oriented.
- Good communication skills.
- Flexible and adaptable.
- Can work independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrates a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Wants to build a long-term career within a growing business.
What are the benefits?
- A permanent 37.5-hour contract, with gross pay of £25,188 per annum.
- Full training and mentoring.
- A varied and interesting role with genuine responsibility.
- Supportive working environment within a well-established local company.
- Generous bonus scheme based on the performance of the Company, paying out in July and December.
- Secure employment with a longstanding supportive business with opportunity for advancement.
- Annual pay reviews.
- 25 days holiday (plus statutory days) per calendar year
- Enhanced pay for other leave (paternity, maternity etc.).
- Final salary pension scheme.
- Employment protection and death in service cover for employees – paying out up to 3x annual salary.
- Employee Assistance Programme – offering free wellbeing (mental and physical) and financial advice and support.
- Employee discount scheme including restaurants, holidays, retail vouchers and more.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Annual free flu vaccinations.
- Long service awards.
- Company share purchase opportunity.
- Free parking.
How to apply?If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we would love to hear from you!
Simply click “Apply” to submit your application or apply via our careers page.
Wedge Group Galvanizing is an equal opportunities employer; we strive to create an inclusive culture where everyone is valued and welcomed.
Pay: £25,188.00 per year
Work Location: In person
