Job Description

Hercules Propellers is looking for an Office Administrator.

This is an opportunity to work in a unique business, with a highly skilled team who manufacture propellers for special classic aircraft around the world. Our propellers are found on WW1 fighters; Spitfires to experimental high lift electric drones - along with everything in between.

Our team of experienced and exceptional craftspeople have established the company as the world's real 'go-to' manufacturer for aircraft owners and operators in need of the highest possible quality and performance propellers.

The Role

At an exciting time of growth, we are seeking a friendly and enthusiastic person to oversee the day-to-day operations of the office. Being a small business, the role is highly varied, from logistics and shipping, purchasing, invoicing & bookkeeping and client liaison. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Being first point of contact for the office and providing day to day administration in support of the Chief Engineer and Operations Manager.

Using Xero software to perform bookkeeping activities and support our off-site accountants.

Organise propeller shipments / collections

Be responsible for Staff training and Health & Safety record keeping

Administer our small sister company Hordern Richmond Aircraft, makers of the original Spitfire Pens.

Is this you?

Minimum of 2 years experience in an administrative, secretarial, or sales support role

Ability to understand, follow, and improve internal policies and procedures

Highly organised, thorough and excellent attention to detail

Great communicator and a confident, pleasant and professional telephone and email manner

The ability to plan and organise own workload

Ability to work productively under own initiative and as part of a small team

Enthusiastic and self-motivated, with a can-do attitude

Good general knowledge of IT including Apple Mac systems, good knowlege of Xero or similar accounting software systems.

The role can be either part-time or full-time. Minimum hours would be approx. 25 hrs/wk 9am to 2pm, flexible to suit the right applicant.

Salary is 12.50 -15.00/hr dependant on experience

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.50-15.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 25 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Flexitime Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Stroud: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Education:

A-Level or equivalent (preferred)
Location:

Stroud (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Bookkeeper & Admin Assistant