Apprentice Projects Coordinator
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Apprentice Projects Coordinator

We’re looking for an organised and detail-focused Apprentice Projects Coordinator to join CDS and support the operational delivery of multiple fire & life safety and security projects.

Location: Leicester, UK

Salary: £21,000

Contracted Hours: 40 hours per week

Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays

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At CDS, we specialise in providing industry-leading fire & life safety and security solutions, helping to protect people, property, and businesses across the UK. With decades of experience, we’ve built a reputation for quality, reliability, and customer service, working across a wide range of sectors including education, healthcare, commercial, and residential developments.

CDS is part of the Obsequio Group, a family of businesses that deliver integrated compliance solutions for fire protection, air & water safety, energy management, security solutions and asbestos management services nationwide. As part of this larger group, you’ll benefit from being part of a progressive, forward-thinking organisation that is committed to supporting its people, developing careers, and delivering excellence to its clients.

As an Apprentice Projects Coordinator, you’ll play an important role in supporting our projects team with the operational delivery of multiple projects. You’ll gain valuable experience across all aspects of project administration – from documentation creation before a project begins, through resource scheduling during delivery, to gathering final compliance documentation on completion.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone organised, detail-focused, and eager to start their career in project coordination.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Processing of purchase orders, invoices, and receipts

  • Scheduling and coordinating labour and materials

  • Managing stakeholder communication with customers and contractors

  • Administration of projects throughout the full project lifecycle

  • Gathering and maintaining compliance documentation

  • Adhering to deadlines and supporting resource forecasting

Who We’re Looking For:

We’re seeking an individual who is enthusiastic about supporting the delivery of projects and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. You’ll need to be:

  • Organised and detail-oriented

  • Confident in problem-solving using a logical approach

  • Comfortable with change and reactive decision-making

  • Able to communicate clearly with customers, contractors, and colleagues

  • Skilled in office administration, including Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word

What We Offer:

  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

  • A supportive and collaborative team environment

  • Training and development opportunities to build your career in project coordination

  • Hands-on exposure to project delivery across multiple sectors

You’ll be joining a business where your development is valued and where you’ll gain genuine, practical experience to support your long-term career progression.

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At our core, we specialise in delivering a spectrum of technology-driven compliance solutions, dedicated to ensuring the safety of environments where people reside, learn, and work.