Administrator

Connect2Dorset; Shaftesbury; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Connect2Dorset is recruiting an Administrator to support Dorset Council's Waste Depot in Shaftesbury. This temporary 6-month role involves handling calls, emails and data entry, producing reports, and providing general admin support to depot supervisors.

You will be organised, proactive and capable of working in a busy office. Strong IT and communication skills, plus the ability to manage priorities, are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong IT skills using standard office software.
• Excellent customer service and written/verbal communication.
• Good attention to detail and accurate records.
• Ability to take clear meeting notes and produce minutes.
• Flexible/adaptive to changing priorities and fast-paced workload.
• Capable of working independently with initiative.
• Organised and efficient in a busy office.

Responsibilities

• Handle telephone enquiries from the public and provide a helpful service.
• Respond to emails and manage a range of enquiries.
• Produce reports to support depot supervisors.
• Provide general administrative support to depot supervisors and the wider team.
• Perform accurate data entry and maintain records.
• Take precise notes during meetings and prepare minutes when required.
• Manage a varied workload and prioritise tasks amid interruptions.

Skills

IT skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Meeting minutes

Adaptability

Independent work

Organisation

Job description

Job Title: Administrator

Location: Shaftesbury

Contract Type: Temporary

Hours: 37 hours per week

Pay Rate: £13.70 per hour

Working Hours: Monday to Friday 08:00-16:00, however part-time options would be considered.

Contract Length: Initially 6 months, however potential to be extended beyond 6 months.

The Role

Connect2Dorset is recruiting for an Administrator to support Dorset Council's Waste Depot in Shaftesbury. This is a varied administrative role where you will play an important part in supporting the depot's day-to-day operations and ensuring enquiries and administrative tasks are handled efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Handling telephone enquiries from members of the public and providing a helpful, professional service.
• Responding to emails and dealing with a range of enquiries.
• Producing reports to support depot supervisors.
• Providing general administrative support to the depot supervisors and wider team.
• Carrying out accurate data entry and maintaining records.
• Taking accurate notes during meetings and preparing minutes where required.
• Managing a varied and fast-paced workload, prioritising tasks and adapting to frequent interruptions.

About You

We are looking for someone who is organised, proactive and confident working in a busy office environment. You will have excellent communication skills, a customer-focused approach and the ability to manage your workload independently.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong IT skills and confidence using standard office-based software.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills, both over the phone and in writing.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records.
• The ability to take clear, accurate meeting notes and produce minutes.
• A flexible and adaptive approach to changing priorities.
• The confidence to work independently, troubleshoot issues and use your own initiative.
• The ability to remain organised and efficient in a fast-paced environment.Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates