Business Administration Apprentice

About The Role

EKFB is a joint venture bringing together international, market-leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies: Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction and BAM Nuttall. Together, the partners have specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including the delivery of some of Europe’s most significant high-speed rail projects.

EKFB is looking to recruit a Business Administration Apprentice to join the Routewide team based in Milton Keynes. This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience within a major infrastructure project while undertaking structured training and development in business administration, systems management and data analysis.

The role will support the administration of the Biosite Access Control Platform, working closely with internal stakeholders and supply chain partners to ensure workforce data is accurate, compliant and effectively managed.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the administration and maintenance of the Biosite Access Control Platform.
• Acting as a first point of contact for user queries and providing system support.
• Verifying workforce competencies and managing access permissions.
• Monitoring and maintaining workforce and system data.
• Producing reports to support operational and project requirements.
• Supporting data analysis and identifying opportunities for process improvement.
• Assisting with the communication of improvement initiatives through reporting and data visualisation.
• Maintaining records and documentation in accordance with project requirements.
• Supporting the wider Routewide team with administrative activities and continuous improvement initiatives.

This position offers valuable exposure to large-scale project delivery and the opportunity to develop transferable skills within a supportive and collaborative team environment.

About You

• Interest in business administration, systems management and data analysis.
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Competent in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work to deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills and eagerness to learn.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Confident communicating with a variety of stakeholders.
• Proactive, positive and professional approach to work.
• Previous administrative, customer service or office-based experience is desirable.
• Interest in reporting, data management and process improvement.
• Familiarity with Power BI, SharePoint or similar business systems is desirable.
• GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Mathematics.
• Eligibility to undertake a Business Administration Apprenticeship qualification.
• Must have a driving licence and access to a vehicle as travel to other site offices may be required. 

This apprenticeship provides a strong foundation for a career in business administration, systems management, reporting or data analytics within the infrastructure and construction sector.

About Us

EKFB is a joint venture that brings together international, market leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies: Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction and BAM Nuttall. All four partners have specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe’s latest high speed rail projects.

EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood. Our scope of the works includes 15 viaducts, 5km of green tunnels, 22km of road diversions, 67 overbridges and around 30 million cubic metres of excavation. EKFB is committed to improving lives, communities and the engineering and construction industry by providing sustained employment opportunities and being a good neighbour, protecting the environment and the places we work.

If you would like to be part of our collaborative, enthusiastic and forward-thinking culture, then please apply today. 

In return, we’re offering a competitive salary & benefits

EKFB brings together international, market leading technical expertise. We have an industry leading track record of delivering major infrastructure projects, including Crossrail, the Millau Viaduct, Mersey gateway and the Bretagne-Pays de la Loire High Speed Rail link.