Office & Support Manager

Location: Dawlish
Salary: £36,000 per annum
Contract Type: 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract (Maternity Cover)
Hours: 09:00 – 17:30

About the Role

An established civil engineering infrastructure company is looking to appoint a versatile and organised Office & Operations Support Manager to lead day-to-day office and operational support at their Head Office in Dawlish.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day office environment.
• Provide administrative support to operational teams and coordinate client-site security clearances.
• Handle fleet and vehicle management.
• Coordinate compliance records and health & safety initiatives, including fire extinguisher servicing across offices, yards, vehicles, and sites.
• Oversee HR administration and general employee support.
• Coordinate monthly timesheet collection and processing.
• Support marketing and communications across Group brands.
• Liaise with IT providers, manage hardware/software requests, and coordinate IT requirements.

About You

• Industry Experience (Strongly Preferred): Previous experience in marine, marine civils, construction, civil engineering, or infrastructure environments.
• Proven experience as an Office Manager or in a similar business-support role.
• Strong organisation and multitasking skills with the ability to manage conflicting deadlines and changing priorities.
• Clear and professional communication skills with employees, managers, suppliers, and external providers.
• High attention to detail, practical problem-solving ability, and experience handling confidential information accurately.
• Confident user of Microsoft Office applications.

To Apply

Apply here with your CV or call Riley or Abbie on 01752 421888 for a confidential chat.

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