3-4 months contract with a local authority
Job Purpose
- To provide administrative support to the Highways department assisting in day-to-day operations and ensuring smooth communication and documentation processes. The role also includes covering for the current administrator during periods of absence such as annual leave.
Key Duties/Accountabilities
- Assist the Highways administration team with daily administrative tasks.
- Perform general office duties including:
- Filing and organising documents.
- Drafting and sending letters and emails.
- Answering phone calls and responding to inquiries from stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure proper documentation.
- Support internal and external communications related to Highways projects.
- Provide cover for the current administrator during annual leave or other absences.
- Liaise with other departments and external partners as required.
- Ensure compliance with departmental procedures and policies.
Essential Experience Required
- Previous experience in an administrative or clerical role preferably within a public sector or infrastructure-related department.
- Experience handling phone calls and correspondence with stakeholders.
- Familiarity with document management and filing systems.
Essential Qualification Required
- Minimum GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths.
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Business Administration (desirable)
Additional information to note
- Working hours: 37 hours per week
- Location: Triangle Business Park Pentrebach Merthyr Tydfil Merthyr Tydfil County Borough CF48 4TQ United Kingdom
- Based at unit 5 Pentrebach Mon to Thursday 08:00 to 16:00; Fri 08:00 to 15:30
- The role closes on 22nd Aug 2025 apply ASAP.
Requirements
Requirements
- Previous administrative or clerical experience
- Experience in public sector or infrastructure-related department (preferred)
- Familiarity with document management and filing systems
- Minimum GCSEs including English and Maths
To assist and report to the current Highways administration in the day to day activities of the Highways department
Education
To assist and report to the current Highways administration in the day to day activities of the Highways department