Technical Administrator

Job Title: Technical Administrator

Location: Southampton

Company: Specialised Polymer Engineering Ltd

About Us:

Specialised Polymer Engineering (SPE) is a leading provider of high-quality polymer solutions, delivering tailored engineering services to a wide range of industries. Based in Southampton, we pride ourselves on our technical expertise, innovation, and commitment to customer satisfaction.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-focused Technical Administrator to support our Quality and Engineering teams. This is a varied role within a busy aerospace manufacturing environment, requiring a high level of accuracy, strong document control and the ability to manage multiple priorities. You will provide essential administrative support, helping to ensure technical records, reports, action registers and customer documentation are accurate, complete and maintained in line with company and customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collate and compile First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs), ensuring required documentation and supporting records are complete before review and approval

• Input and maintain quality and engineering data within company systems, trackers, spreadsheets and customer portals

• Maintain departmental action registers, trackers and open-item lists; follow up owners and support timely closure of actions

• Support engineering change and qualification activities by maintaining trackers, compiling documentation and coordinating records for review

• Maintain accurate training, approval, calibration or departmental records, where assigned and support periodic reviews for expiry or outstanding actions

• Provide general administrative support to the Quality and Engineering teams and undertake other related duties as required

• Handle general administrative duties including answering phones, managing emails, filing, and supporting the wider office team

• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality services to customers

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

• Previous experience within an administrative, technical administration, quality or engineering support environment

• Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Outlook

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail

• A proactive approach to tasks with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• A positive and professional attitude with a focus on customer satisfaction

Desirable Skills:

• Familiarity with quality management systems, ideally AS9100 or ISO 9001

• Previous experience within an aerospace, manufacturing, engineering or other regulated environment

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary

• Opportunity to grow within a leading engineering company.

• Supportive and collaborative team environment.

• Professional development opportunities.

How to Apply:

If you are a proactive individual with excellent Microsoft skills and a passion for delivering great customer service, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a cover letter to [email protected]

Specialised Polymer Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Pay: £32,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person