Procurement Assistant

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and ambitious individual to join our team as a Assistant to the Procurement Manager
, based at our Cardiff office.

This role is particularly well suited to:

• School leavers
  looking to start a professional career without going to university
• Career changers
  seeking a stable, long-term role with clear development opportunities

No previous experience in procurement or construction is required. What matters most is your attitude, willingness to learn, and desire to build a career within a growing engineering business.

You will work closely with our Procurement Manager, gaining hands-on experience and learning how materials, plant, and services are sourced and managed across a wide range of projects.

Under the supervision of the Procurement Manager, your initial responsibilities will focus on administrative and organisational support, including:

• Assisting with requests for materials, plant, and services from site and project managers
• Supporting the identification of suitable materials, suppliers, and services
• Assisting with placing and tracking orders
• Liaising with suppliers regarding availability, deliveries, and documentation
• Maintaining procurement records, purchase orders, and related information

Full training and ongoing support will be provided, and you will not be expected to have prior industry knowledge.

This role offers genuine long-term progression. As your knowledge and confidence grow, you will be supported to take on increased responsibility, including:

• Sourcing and tendering materials and services
• Communicating directly with suppliers and building strong relationships
• Supporting pricing discussions and commercial negotiations
• Developing technical knowledge of electrical, construction, and renewable energy products

As responsibilities increase, your salary and benefits will be reviewed accordingly. We are committed to developing our people and will fund relevant training, qualifications, and professional development to support your career.

We are looking for someone who is reliable, organised, and keen to learn. You may be at the start of your career or looking to move into a new industry. The key qualities we are looking for include:

• Clear and confident written and verbal communication
• Good attention to detail and organisation
• Willingness to learn new systems, processes, and technical information
• An interest in engineering, construction, electrical systems, or renewables

• Salary:£25,000 per annum
• Holidays:25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (33 days total)
• Pension:Company pension scheme (NEST)
• Training & Development:Fully funded training, qualifications, and learning
• Career Progression:Clear development pathway and long-term prospects
• Work Environment:Office-based role within a supportive, professional team
• Stability:Permanent position within a well-established, growing business
• Values-led
  
  Employer:
  
  Living Wage Employer with a strong focus on quality, sustainability, health and safety.

Evans Electrical Limited is a Cardiff-based building services contractor with over 25 years’ experience delivering high-quality electrical solutions across Wales, the South West, and beyond.

We specialise in the design, installation, testing, commissioning, and aftercare of electrical systems across a wide range of sectors. Alongside our core business, our Energy team delivers renewable solutions including solar PV, electric vehicle infrastructure, and hybrid energy systems.

We are a family-run business employing nearly 100 skilled professionals and pride ourselves on investing in our people, maintaining high standards, and building long-term careers.

Evans Electrical Limited is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment for all.