367 Operations Assistant jobs in the United Kingdom

Job title : Operations Assistant

Organisation: Royal Air Force Central Fund

Location : Hybrid; mainly working from home with occasional visits to the offices in Marlow and sites in and around Buckinghamshire

Hours : Full time (37.5 hours), Monday to Friday. Part time hours also considered (minimum 25 hours)

Salary: £28,000 plus benefits ( 30 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, contributable pension, death in service benefit, private health insurance and other health & wellbeing benefits)

About the RAF Central Fund:

We support the RAF through our grants, programmes, partnerships and properties to ensure personnel can access sports and physical activities at all levels.We deliver integral support to military personnel, RAF Stations and RAF Sport Associations - ultimately, we think everyone, regardless of their role, rank, physical ability or competing level, should have access to sport opportunities, facilities, equipment and training to support with their physical and mental wellbeing.

About the role:

We are looking for an organised and adaptable individual to support the Fund’s Operations department to provide effective and proactive support. The successful candidate will assist with a broad area of business requirements.

The individual will enjoy a hybrid working environment, mainly working from home with occasional visits to the offices in Marlow and sites in and around Buckinghamshire and nearby.

Key Purpose: 

Providing support to the Fund’s departments, beneficiaries and stakeholders, the Operations Assistant will contribute in the operation and development of the Fund’s properties, projects, systems and objectives. Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting beneficiaries by assisting with the Fund’s delivery of its policies, processes, systems and IT. Providing guidance, monitoring requirements and helping to identify new opportunities;
• Supporting with the facilities and operations management of the Fund’s properties to provide sport facilities to RAF personnel;
• Assisting with the delivery of support services to the RAF Sports Associations, providing guidance, monitoring activities, reviewing policies, regulations and compliance and actioning changes and developments;
• Contributing to the Fund’s successful delivery of its ESG and Net Zero objectives; helping to drive campaigns across the Fund’s activities and properties, monitoring and collating information and reports;
• Helping to facilitate the Fund’s compliance of Health and Safety, employment and other legislative and regulatory requirements;
• Other duties as may be reasonably required. 

This role profile is not exhaustive and is subject to review in conjunction with the post holder according to future developments in the charity.

Knowledge, experience and skills:

• Able to build and maintain rapport with internal and external stakeholders;
• Confident and effective communicator with excellent attention to detail skills;
• Capable of managing multiple responsibilities;
• Experience of supporting with property and facilities management desirable;
• A good understanding and interest in IT;
• The ability to learn fast and work flexibly and independently.

About you: 

• You are proactive, organised, practical and you enjoy variety. You are seeking a diverse role which supports multiple departments, beneficiaries and stakeholders.
• You don't want your days to pass without making a difference.  You’d like to work in a role that helps military personnel reach their full potential through sports and physical activities and you recognise the benefits of keeping active.  
• You are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.  You believe and act in a way that celebrates and encourages a range of experiences, backgrounds and values. 

Additional information:

It is important to us that the people we hire do not discriminate. We believe in being inclusive and giving everyone an equal chance to succeed. Applications are welcome from all regardless of age, sex, gender identity, disability, marriage or civil partnership, religion or belief, race, sexual orientation, transgender status or social economic background. 

Applications:

Would you like to join our team? Please submit a covering letter and your CV ASAP.  We look forward to reviewing your application. To ensure that your application can be considered, please outline how your skills and experience meet the criteria of the role in your covering letter.

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment. Applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted within 10 working days of their application. Due to the volume of applications, feedback will unfortunately not be provided to applicants that have not been shortlisted.

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your day can take you from the office to the field? Are you a confident communicator who enjoys supporting a busy engineering team?

We’re looking for an Logistics/Projects Assistant to join a long-established and growing business based out of their Coleshill, Birmingham  office. This is a varied role offering the perfect mix of hands-on and office-based tasks, from delivering tools or compressors to engineers, to speaking with customers and supporting with quotes and job planning.

The Role:

• p>Deliver tools, units, and equipment to engineers on-site across the Midlands

• Support quoting, planning, and scheduling of works

• Liaise with customers and suppliers by phone and email

• Provide admin and operational support in the office

• Work flexibly across field and office tasks as needed

What You’ll Need:

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A full UK driving licence

• Physically capable of moving heavy kit like compressors

• Excellent communication and organisational skills

• Strong computer skills (email, scheduling, quoting systems)

• A positive, adaptable attitude and willingness to learn

Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience

• 25 days holiday + 1 extra every 2 years (up to 30)

• Private healthcare

• Christmas bonus

• Be part of a long-standing, supportive team

Operations Assistant
£26000
Chandlers Ford ( Moving to Nursling 2026 )
Full Time| Permanent | Monday to Friday

Do you have a high level of attention to detail?

Do you have strong written communication skills?

Attega Group  is currently partnering exclusively with our client in recruiting an Operations assistant to join the team.

The main purpose of this role is to be responsible for the timely and accurate processing of all sales orders from receipt of order through to despatch, they will also be responsible for working with sales team and the warehouse staff to ensure satisfactory and timely fulfillment of each and every order.

In return, our client is offering a salary of up to £26,000 P/A , depending on experience, plus 25 Days holiday, free parking, staff events including a Christmas party, pension and progressional opportunities.

This is a full-time, permanent. The hours of work will be Monday – Thursday 08:30 – 17:00, Friday 08:30 – 16:30.

Reporting to the Hiring Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Review orders as they arrive to ensure understanding
• Raise any issues or concerns with management
• Process orders using the sage software and communicate urgent or specials to the warehouse team
• Ensure the warehouse team run the designated order detail report morning and afternoon
• Liaison with the accounts team to ensure all orders received have had the appropriate checks carried out to ensure invoicing can be carried out correctly and on time.
• Liaise with the operations team to ensure items not in stock are ordered from our sub suppliers

The ideal candidate:

• Excellent communication skills
• Ideally experience with Sage
• Computer literate
• An excellent telephone manner
• A team work approach

For more information on our Operations Assistant role, please contact Liz Morgan in the Attega Group offices today!

We're looking for a proactive and highly organised Operations Assistant to play a key role in supporting the smooth running of our clients' day-to-day operations. If you're someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys variety in their work, and has a knack for getting things done, then this is your chance to be part of an exciting team!

Role: Operations Assistant
Salary: 25,000 - 27,000 per annum
Location: Bracknell

What You'll Be Doing:

• Processing orders, quotes, invoices, and shipping documents with accuracy and efficiency
• Coordinating deliveries, tracking shipments, and managing stock levels
• Ordering materials from international suppliers and ensuring timely deliveries
• Supporting the warehouse team with daily operations
• Handling customer inquiries with a professional and friendly approach
• Managing supplier invoices, returns, and claims seamlessly
• Welcoming visitors and managing calls, emails, and admin tasks
• Keeping our office well-stocked, while also helping out with company events and reporting

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience in office administration or operations support (ideal, but not essential)
• Strong multitasking abilities and excellent organisational skills
• A confident communicator with a customer-first mindset
• Comfortable juggling tasks and supporting multiple teams across the business
• Physically capable of assisting with warehouse duties as needed
• A go-getter with a proactive, can-do attitude who doesn't mind rolling up their sleeves

Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles.

We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.

PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

The salary for this contract is 5,395.70 per year (9.5 hours per week, term time only) , based on a full-time equivalent of 25,052 per year for a 36-hour week. The working hours for this role are Monday from 4:30pm to 9:30pm and Tuesday from 4:30pm to 9pm. This is a fixed term contract position of 12-months from the start date.

Surrey Adult Learning is looking for proactive and customer focused Operations Assistant to be the welcoming and supportive face in our centres across Surrey.

This opportunity is based at our Camberley Adult Learning Centre, with the expectation of supporting at our other centres if required.

Rewards and Benefits

• 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service
• Annual leave allowance (for bank) or remove for term time
• Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
• An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
• Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year
• Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
• A generous local government salary related pension
• Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more
• 2 paid volunteering days
• Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
• Discount on Adult Learning Courses

About the Team

Surrey Adult Learning is a leading provider of diverse daytime, evening and Saturday courses and learning opportunities for adults which is part of our lifelong learning offer. We offer a wide range of qualification courses, including English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), maths and digital skills. Our courses also cater to individuals with learning disabilities, mental health conditions and parents/carers seeking to upskill to support their children. Additionally, we provide courses for personal development in various subjects such as arts and crafts, languages and exercise. Our outreach provision is designed to assist those currently facing life challenges.

About the Role

As the welcoming face of our centre, you will be the go-to person for learners, offering friendly, high-quality information, advice, and guidance to help them enrol on courses and feel confident in their learning journey. You'll also be a key support for tutors, assisting with room and equipment queries and ensuring resources are ordered and available when needed.

Your day-to-day tasks will include managing shared inboxes, responding to enquiries or directing them to the right colleague, and using your IT skills to keep our learner management system accurate and up to date. You will help maintain a safe and smooth-running environment by reporting building issues and acting as a fire warden or first aider when required.

Shortlisting Criteria

To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following:

• Strong IT skills and experience in data entry or high-volume processing.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• A team player with the ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively.
• Experience in customer service and an understanding of safeguarding practices.
• Willingness to travel between centres as needed.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our learners and expect all staff to share this commitment. Online searches may be carried out on applicants who are shortlisted for interview, and a DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check is required for this role, which will be discussed further at interview.

Contact us

Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment.

For an informal discussion please contact Phil Evans by e-mail

The job advert closes at 23:59 on Monday 08 September 2025.

Local Government Reorganisation (LGR)

Surrey County Council is preparing for Local Government Reorganisation which will allow us to implement the Government led policy of devolution, which is all about giving more powers to local areas.

Currently, Surrey has a two-tier council system, with 11 district and borough councils and a county council, all responsible for different services. All these councils will be reorganised into a smaller number of new unitary councils which will come into effect in April 2027. At this point, this role will be transferred, with all existing terms and conditions intact into one of the new unitary councils.

Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information here: Information for applicants on Local Government Reorganisation - Surrey County Council

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Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description. Our Life at Surrey handbook also provides insights of the culture at Surrey and how as a valued employee, you can help shape our Council.

Our Commitment

Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where:

• The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application
• The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form

Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role.

We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.

Job Title: Operations Assistant

Location: Brentwood, Office based

Salary: 27,300 Per annum

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Working Hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm

Who are Windsor Waste?

Windsor Waste Management is a family run, market leader in the asbestos disposal and hazardous waste management industry. With our expertise, we work with the construction, demolition and related industries across the UK providing storage, collection and disposal solutions for asbestos, hazardous waste, construction and demolition waste and business waste.

Key to our success are professional and customer-oriented employees who take pride in the service they offer to our customers and enjoy being part of a committed team.

About the Role:

Due to an expanding team we are looking for an additional Operations Assistant. As part of the team you the role will encompass all of the following tasks:

Customer Service:

• Place orders for WWM and sub-contractors either via email or telephone and address any customer queries.
• Process Hazibag orders and collections and maintain stock sheet. Restock as needed
• Assist with the speedy resolution of invoice queries.
• Provide instructions and guidance to drivers.
• Once daily check in with service providers to ensure that orders will be fulfilled as per the requirements

Operations Tasks:

• Ensure bins in yard are used appropriately, if full order collections for Windsor own and customer bins
• Oversee waste received into the transfer station to include directing clients, weighbridge operation, checking and signing off consignment notes
• Process transfer station consignment notes/orders and send information to customers
• Complete and submit EA Returns
• Raise purchase orders for the Operations Department update Sage
• Check fuel levels in on-site tank, re-order when needed.
• Upload fuel delivery data in to the Merridale System / system programming
• Working alongside the Operations Manager and Assistant Operations Manager to ensure the Site Checks are carried out weekly
• Electronic capture of Site Checks and Transfer Station reporting

Transport Tasks:

• Production of driver paperwork
• Checking in driver's paperwork and scanning run sheets
• Liaising with Landfill Sites to book loads in
• If receive notification about a defect, ensure the board is updated and a report is received
• Collate and file defect and service reports
• Responsibility for obtaining Accident/Incident Reports in the first instance if receive initial call/notification
• Maintenance of the PCN Log / Fleetcheck as required

Additional Responsibilities

• Undertake any reasonable duties as required to meet the needs of the business

About you:

Skills & Experience Required:

• PC literate with a working knowledge of Outlook, Word and PowerPoint and Excel.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to use their own initiative.
• Confident and professional.
• Flexible and adaptable with the willingness to take on different responsibilities.
• Good time management.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Reliable & trustworthy - a 'can do' attitude.

Benefits:

As part of the Windsor family, you will receive:

• 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
• Pension
• Free on-site parking
• Employee of the Month/Monthly Star Award
• Active company social programme

Please Note:

NO AGENCIES

Please click APPLY to submit your CV and cover letter for this role.

Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of: Operations Assistant, Office Administrator, Admin, Admin Assistant, Administration Clerk, Senior Business Administrator, Business Administrator, Secretary, Senior Support Administrator, Administrator, Customer Services, Customer Service Administrator will all be considered.

Job title : Operations Assistant

Organisation: Royal Air Force Central Fund

Location : Hybrid; mainly working from home with occasional visits to the offices in Marlow and sites in and around Buckinghamshire

Hours : Full time (37.5 hours), Monday to Friday. Part time hours also considered (minimum 25 hours)

Salary: £28,000 plus benefits ( 30 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, contributable pension, death in service benefit, private health insurance and other health & wellbeing benefits)

About the RAF Central Fund:

We support the RAF through our grants, programmes, partnerships and properties to ensure personnel can access sports and physical activities at all levels.We deliver integral support to military personnel, RAF Stations and RAF Sport Associations - ultimately, we think everyone, regardless of their role, rank, physical ability or competing level, should have access to sport opportunities, facilities, equipment and training to support with their physical and mental wellbeing.

About the role:

We are looking for an organised and adaptable individual to support the Fund’s Operations department to provide effective and proactive support. The successful candidate will assist with a broad area of business requirements.

The individual will enjoy a hybrid working environment, mainly working from home with occasional visits to the offices in Marlow and sites in and around Buckinghamshire and nearby.

Key Purpose: 

Providing support to the Fund’s departments, beneficiaries and stakeholders, the Operations Assistant will contribute in the operation and development of the Fund’s properties, projects, systems and objectives. Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting beneficiaries by assisting with the Fund’s delivery of its policies, processes, systems and IT. Providing guidance, monitoring requirements and helping to identify new opportunities;
• Supporting with the facilities and operations management of the Fund’s properties to provide sport facilities to RAF personnel;
• Assisting with the delivery of support services to the RAF Sports Associations, providing guidance, monitoring activities, reviewing policies, regulations and compliance and actioning changes and developments;
• Contributing to the Fund’s successful delivery of its ESG and Net Zero objectives; helping to drive campaigns across the Fund’s activities and properties, monitoring and collating information and reports;
• Helping to facilitate the Fund’s compliance of Health and Safety, employment and other legislative and regulatory requirements;
• Other duties as may be reasonably required. 

This role profile is not exhaustive and is subject to review in conjunction with the post holder according to future developments in the charity.

Knowledge, experience and skills:

• Able to build and maintain rapport with internal and external stakeholders;
• Confident and effective communicator with excellent attention to detail skills;
• Capable of managing multiple responsibilities;
• Experience of supporting with property and facilities management desirable;
• A good understanding and interest in IT;
• The ability to learn fast and work flexibly and independently.

About you: 

• You are proactive, organised, practical and you enjoy variety. You are seeking a diverse role which supports multiple departments, beneficiaries and stakeholders.
• You don't want your days to pass without making a difference.  You’d like to work in a role that helps military personnel reach their full potential through sports and physical activities and you recognise the benefits of keeping active.  
• You are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.  You believe and act in a way that celebrates and encourages a range of experiences, backgrounds and values. 

Additional information:

It is important to us that the people we hire do not discriminate. We believe in being inclusive and giving everyone an equal chance to succeed. Applications are welcome from all regardless of age, sex, gender identity, disability, marriage or civil partnership, religion or belief, race, sexual orientation, transgender status or social economic background. 

Applications:

Would you like to join our team? Please submit a covering letter and your CV ASAP.  We look forward to reviewing your application. To ensure that your application can be considered, please outline how your skills and experience meet the criteria of the role in your covering letter.

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment. Applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted within 10 working days of their application. Due to the volume of applications, feedback will unfortunately not be provided to applicants that have not been shortlisted.