Administration Assistant

  • Astute People
  • May 27, 2026
Full time Engineering

Job Description

Astute People's Power Team are exclusively working with the South Clyde Energy Centre who will be operating a brand new Energy from Waste Power Station. The plant, currently under construction, is capable of processing up to 350,000 tonnes of waste per year, producing power for up to 70,000 homes.

We are looking for an Administration Assistant to join the team on a 12 month Fixed Term Contract.

If you have the relevant experience (please see below) and are looking for a rewarding role in the Power sector, then please apply.

Responsibilities and duties:
As the Administration Assistant you will be responsible for:

  • Provide day-to-day PA and administrative support to multiple site and project managers.
  • Manage calendars, meetings, travel arrangements, and coordinate site visits.
  • Prepare meeting minutes, reports, presentations, and project documentation.
  • Maintain organised filing systems, document control, and confidential records.
  • Support office coordination including onboarding, supplies, and general site administration.
  • Liaise professionally with contractors, suppliers, visitors, and internal stakeholders.


Professional qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following:

  • GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above)
  • Basic IT qualification (e.g. ECDL / ITQ / Microsoft Office certification) or proven competency
  • It would be advantageous to have a formal qualification in Business / Office Administration


Personal skills
The Administration Assistant would suit someone with:

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
  • Strong organisational and time management skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
  • Good written and verbal communication skills


Salary and benefits of the Administration Assistant role

  • Competitive salary
  • 1 year Fixed Term Contract
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Opportunity to join a new build Energy from Waste plant

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Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.