Executive Assistant to General Manager
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Position Overview & Specifications
Executive Assistant (Heavy Earth Moving and Construction)
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast moving and growing business as the new executive assistant to the General Manager. We are looking for an adaptable candidate who can work well under pressure, prioritise tasks and be flexible when new challenges arise. The role will support the day to day management of the Heavy Plant Hire Desk, Marketing and Transportation requirements.
Main responsibilities will vary but include:
- Supporting the General Manager to significantly build and grow the business
- Oversight and Administration of Machine hire & transportation plans
- Supporting the administration on the Hire and Transport desks
- Creating hire agreements, ensuring they are signed before delivery
- Identifying NEW customers and rental opportunities
- Work with route providers for the plant transportation
- Maintaining the admin records of all owned and rented machinery
- Managing the marketing and promotion of machines via social media – Website, Facebook, twitter, WhatsApp, mailshots etc.
- Customer liaison – Acting as the face of the business, Making calls, promoting the company
- Assisting the workshop where necessary to prioritise jobs and services
- Oversee the procurement of parts, managing supplier lists and labour for machines
- Supervising and motivating Workshop and Office staff
Ideally applicants will have the following experience:
- Previously worked in an Admin, Marketing or Executive Assistant role
- Experience in plant hire, construction, or civil engineering industries hugely advantageous.
- Track record in field sales / business development
- Highly motivated and commercially aware to bring in recurring and new business
- IT literate with proven experience of MS packages – specifically Excel and Word
- Experience of being part of a growing business, implementing new ideas / process improvements
Additional requirements:
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Experience of working with Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, mailchimp and Xero
The role requires a self motivated, personable, customer obsessed individual who will act as a lynch pin to the long-term success and growth of the business. In return we offer a competitive benefits package incl. performance related bonus, and opportunities to further your career and personal development as our business grows.
If you feel you have the experience and skills to fulfil this role, please forward your CV.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 25 per week
Salary: From £16,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexitime
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Performance bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Peterborough: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: One location
Application deadline: 22/04/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Executive Assistant to General Manager roles across GCE Hire Fleet's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £16,500 - £16,500 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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