Planning Administrator

Hales Group; Great Yarmouth; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Hales Group is seeking a Planning Administrator for a short-term assignment in Great Yarmouth. The role requires planning, scheduling, IT systems use and general administration, with professional communication with staff and the public.

You will manage staff schedules, maintain records, handle enquiries, and support the team with planning tasks. The position offers a 4-week temporary contract, with standard hours 08:30–16:30, and an immediate start for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning or scheduling tasks.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and internal IT systems.
• Clear written and spoken communication with staff and the public.
• Accurate and organised in a fast-paced office.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Staff scheduling — planning, organising and updating schedules for team members.
• General administration — maintaining records, updating internal systems and supporting day‑to‑day office tasks.
• Customer service — handling incoming calls, responding to enquiries and providing clear information.
• Supporting the wider team with planning or organisational tasks as required.

Skills

Planning & scheduling

IT literacy

Communication skills

Administrative experience

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office

Internal systems

Job description

Planning Administrator

Location: Great Yarmouth

Contract: Temporary – 4 Weeks

Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 16:30

Pay: £12.71 per hour

IMMEDIATE START

We are currently recruiting for a highly organised and switched‑on Planning Administrator to support our client and their busy team on a short‑term assignment. This role requires someone confident with planning, scheduling, IT systems and general administration, with the ability to communicate professionally with staff and members of the public.

Key Responsibilities

• Staff scheduling — planning, organising and updating schedules for team members.
• General administration — maintaining records, updating internal systems and supporting day‑to‑day office tasks.
• Customer service — handling incoming calls, responding to enquiries and providing clear information.
• Supporting the wider team with any additional planning or organisational tasks as required.

Key Skills Required

• Strong planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent IT literacy, confident using internal systems and Microsoft packages.
• Professional communication skills and a calm, helpful approach.
• Previous administration experience desirable.
• Ability to work independently and maintain accuracy in a fast‑paced environment.

Why work through Hales Group?

All our Consultants are committed, experienced and qualified, and have been supporting candidates across the area for many years. We treat candidates as our customers and aim to find the right job solution for you.

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