Administrator - Commercial Recycling

Job Description:

Administrator (Waste & Recycling) – 3 Month Contract

Location: Rhayader, Powys

Rate: £16.44 per hour (Umbrella)

Contract: Temporary (3 Months)

Pay: Bi-weekly

Desirable Requirement: Previous local authority or council experience is highly desirable;
Ability to travel to other locations across Powys when required.

This temporary 3-month contract role is pivotal in providing administrative support to the Waste & Recycling Service, ensuring the seamless delivery of administrative, customer service, and operational support functions. Reporting to the Supervisor, the Administrator will be responsible for maintaining records, processing inquiries, coordinating meetings, managing correspondence, and assisting with service administration. This role is integral to supporting both operational and support teams in delivering efficient services.

• Administrative Support
  • Provide efficient administrative support to operational and support teams.
  • Maintain and update electronic and manual information systems.
  • Create, maintain, and archive files and records.
  • Assist with the collection and collation of statistical information and returns.
• Customer Service
  • Provide accurate advice, information, and assistance to customers.
  • Record complaints, service requests, and customer inquiries.
  • Process and respond to garden waste queries.
  • Issue, collect, and validate customer documentation.
• Correspondence & Information Management
  • Process incoming and outgoing mail and emails.
  • Prepare correspondence, reports, policies, procedures, and associated documentation.
  • Ensure records and information are maintained accurately and securely.
• Meetings & Coordination
  • Coordinate meetings and appointments as required.
  • Attend meetings and take accurate notes and minutes.
  • Produce and distribute meeting minutes and action logs.
• Stakeholder Liaison
  • Liaise with statutory, independent, voluntary, and partner organizations.
  • Build positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Procurement & Resources
  • Order stationery, publications, and equipment in line with procurement procedures.
  • Monitor and maintain administrative resources required by the service.
• Team Support
  • Undertake project and "task and finish" work as directed by the Supervisor.
  • Assist colleagues across the service to ensure operational priorities are achieved.
  • Support service delivery across Waste & Recycling functions as required.
• Compliance & Corporate Responsibilities
  • Follow council policies and procedures at all times.
  • Comply with health and safety requirements.
  • Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in service delivery.
  • Maintain confidentiality and comply with data protection requirements.

• Qualifications
  • Good standard of education including GCSE English and Mathematics (or equivalent).
  • Desirable:
    European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL) or equivalent IT qualification.
  • Desirable: NVQ Level 2 in Administration, Business Administration, or Finance.
• Knowledge
  • Understanding of administrative processes and office procedures.
  • Desirable:
    Understanding of how local authorities operate.
  • Desirable:
    Knowledge of Waste & Recycling services.
  • Desirable:
    Knowledge of relevant financial procedures and policies.
• Experience
  • Experience working in an office or administrative environment.
  • Experience using Microsoft Office packages including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
  • Experience providing customer service and handling inquiries.
  • Desirable:
    Previous local authority or council experience.
  • Desirable:
    Experience supporting Waste & Recycling or environmental services.
  • Desirable:
    Experience maintaining records and data systems.
  • Desirable:
    Experience taking meeting minutes and coordinating meetings.
• Skills & Competencies
  • Competent in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Strong…