Junior Administration Apprentice
1st Line Defence LTD · Essex Road · posted 12 March 2026
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- Managing office stationery, general supplies and consumables.
- Assisting with asset monitoring and organisation.
- Distributing/scanning mail.
- Using the digital filing process to update electronic filing systems.
- Exposure to the sales department and using a bespoke CRM system.
- Working on live projects and liaising with field staff and clients as required.
- Answering and screening telephone calls.
- Answering queries in department mailboxes and troubleshooting where required.
- Assisting with team projects, business organisation, continuity and improving company-wide processes.
- Arranging contractors for facilities management.
- Supporting the completion of business critical customer questionnaires.
- Other ad-hoc tasks as required.
Your training
Working towards completing Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship Standard. Work based learning with attendance at Hertford Regional College (Broxbourne campus) once per month for teaching sessions with Assessor.
Where it leads
There will be opportunities for progression and a permanent position subject to performance.
About 1st Line Defence LTD
1st Line Defence is one of the leading unexploded ordnance (UXO) risk mitigation companies in UK. We are dedicated to delivering solutions to deal with aerial-delivered unexploded bombs (UXBs) from both WWI and WWII, as well as UXO related to historical land use by the military.
Our services range from early-stage desktop risk assessments through to UXO support to construction projects, site investigation and offshore works. We are passionate about providing services with a friendly, open and ethical approach. With headquarters in Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, we operate across the UK and undertake projects overseas.
Skills they're looking for
Entry requirements
- GCSE English (grade 4-9) — essential
- GCSE Maths (grade 4-9) — essential
Where you'll work
- UNIT 3, MAPLE PARK, ESSEX ROAD, HODDESDON, EN11 0EX