Print & Post Services Support Officer (6 months fixed term contract)

Havant Borough & East Hampshire District Councils; Havant; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Havant is seeking a Print & Post Services Support Officer to provide vital support across departments, including document scanning, printing, and filing. The ideal candidate will excel in communication and have strong organisational skills. This role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including flexible working. Applications close on 7 December 2025.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Support for professional development

Generous Leave Allowance

Free Parking

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working

Family Friendly Packages

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, both digital and in person.
• Excellent organisational and self-management skills.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Provide support in the post room, including sorting, scanning, and delivering post.
• Support in the print room, including printing and collating documents.
• Conduct filing of legal documents, keeping an up to date log.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Excellent organisational skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Excellent written and verbal communication

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Problem solving skills

Job description

Job Advert

As a Print & Post Services Support Officer you will play a critical role in supporting all departments in the organisation with scanning, printing, dealing with post, enquires and filing of legal documents. You will collaborate with various teams, help run both the print and post room, and provide administrative and operational support.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide support in the post room including the opening, sorting, scanning and delivering of post that arrives to the Plaza daily.
• Provide support in the print room including the printing and collating of all departments documents such as Council Agendas, and various forms and booklets.
• Conduct back scanning and the scanning of historical documents.
• Conduct filing of legal documents, including keeping an up to date and comprehensive log.

Skills and Experience

• Strong communication skills, both digital and in person.
• Excellent organisational and self-management skills.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and project management tools (MS Project).
• Problem solving skills and a proactive attitude toward identifying and addressing challenges.

What we offer

• A competitive salary
• Support for your continuous professional development
• Generous Leave Allowance
• Free Parking
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working
• Family Friendly Packages
• A comprehensive benefits package, find out more on our website www.havant.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers

To discuss the role, please contact Courtney Payne, Print & Post Services Team Leader via email [e-mail].

How to Apply

Please click apply and complete the short application process (3-4 minutes). Please ensure you attach your CV and a supporting statement when completing your application on our recruitment platform Hireful – www.havant.gov.uk/jobs-us-apply-now. We will not be able to progress your application further unless you provide a supporting statement detailing how you meet the essential and desirable criteria in the role profile.

Closing date for receipt of applications is midnight on 7 December 2025 and interviews will be held 11 & 12 December 2025.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. We would encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.

We want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities, therefore, we encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and have a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for Veterans.

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff members to share this commitment.

Havant Borough Council is a Category 1 Responder under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004. All employees of the Authority will be expected to support any necessary actions during an emergency response.