Operations Assistant

Adaptable RecruitmentKnutsfordreedpublished 10/21/2026

About the company

We're recruiting for a growing transport and logistics business that is investing heavily in its operations and project activity. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, loves being organised, and wants to become a key part of a busy and supportive team.

Your tasks

You'll work closely with senior leadership, helping to coordinate projects, support operational activity, manage documentation and ensure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.

  • Supporting business projects from planning through to completion
  • Maintaining project trackers, documents and action logs
  • Coordinating meetings and following up on key actions
  • Monitoring deadlines and ensuring tasks stay on track
  • Liaising with suppliers, contractors and stakeholders
  • Producing reports and updating operational data
  • Managing business records and documentation
  • Supporting process improvements across the organisation
  • Assisting with purchases, invoices and expenditure tracking
  • Providing general operational and administrative support

Requirements

Are you a highly organised operations administrator looking for a role where you can genuinely develop your career?

What we are looking for

  • Previous administration, coordination or operations experience
  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Good Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
  • Proactive, positive attitude
  • Ambition to develop and grow within a business

Other

Operations Assistant

  • Cheshire
  • Up to £45,000 DOE + Excellent development opportunities and funding towards professional qualifications

The role will involve occasional weekend travel across the UK and Europe to support project delivery, attend site visits, and engage with key stakeholders.