Full job description*Location: SS17, Stanford-le-Hope, Essex
*Job Type: Interim Contract
*Rate: £15.91 PAYE / £20.64 Umbrella per hour
We are seeking a Support Assistant to join a high-profile public-sector organisation. This interim role offers a dynamic work environment where you will provide essential clerical and administrative support to Official Veterinarians and Port Health Officers. This position requires a commitment to flexibility, including a rotating shift pattern and occasional weekend work.
Day-to-day of the role:
*Carry out reception duties, acting as the first point of contact for office visitors.
*Manage document reception, including sorting, date-stamping, scanning, and distributing incoming post and documents.
*Provide clerical and administrative support to field staff as required.
*Arrange daily sample collections for lab testing and liaise with couriers.
*Operate office equipment such as postage franking machines, scanners, photocopiers, and computers.
*Handle incoming calls and respond to queries regarding the status of imported food cargo and charging procedures.
*Perform documentary checks under the direction of Port Health Officers for consignments of imported food.
*Input data into internal and external database systems and maintain electronic and paper-based filing systems.
*Assist with general housekeeping duties in office and storage areas.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
*Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
*Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
*Proficiency in using office equipment and database systems.
*Excellent communication skills to handle queries and provide information effectively.
*Must have own transport and hold a full driving licence due to the location not being accessible by public transport.
How to apply:
To apply for the Support Assistant position, please submit your CV. Ensure your application reflects your ability to meet the transportation requirements due to the location’s inaccessibility by public transport.