Band 4 Contracts Administrator (Lurgan)

Honeycomb are delighted to be working with the Southern Health and Social Care Trust to recruit for a Band 3 Contracts Administrator. This role is based in Lurgan Hospital and is full-time Temporary. It is for 2 months initially and an immediate start.

Organisation: Southern Health and Social Care Trust

Location: Lurgan Hospital

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm (37.5 hours)

Contract: Temporary, Full-Time

Salary: Band 4 £14.06 per hour

About the Role

The Contracts Administrator will provide high-quality administrative support to the Contracts Manager and Admin Manager, while taking responsibility for the day-to-day administration of a portfolio of medical and decontamination contracts. You'll also act as Team Leader for Band 3 administrative staff, supporting their development and ensuring a positive, collaborative working environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys balancing detailed contract administration with people management and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date contract, procurement and asset records
• Liaise with external contractors on service and maintenance contracts
• Manage contract documentation, databases and filing systems
• Coordinate contract meetings, prepare agendas and circulate minutes
• Process invoices and ensure timely payments using finance and estates systems
• Support audits, annual reviews and compliance reporting
• Provide day-to-day supervision of Band 3 administrative staff
• Carry out appraisals and support training and development
• Monitor attendance, leave and training records
• Promote positive staff engagement, well being and performance
• Provide administrative support to senior managers within the service
• Offer cover across Trust-wide contracts administration when required

What We're Looking For

You'll be a confident and organised administrator who can manage competing priorities and work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders.

Essential criteria include:

• Strong experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, databases)
• Experience working with computerised systems and information databases
• Proven administrative experience at Band 3 level (or equivalent)
• Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team

Desirable:

• Previous experience in contracts administration

Why Join Us?

• Gain experience in a specialist contracts and estates environment
• Enjoy a Monday to Friday daytime schedule (9am-5pm)
• Enhanced holiday rates after 12 weeks
• A supportive, inclusive workplace built on strong values

If you wish to apply in confidence, please submit your CV via the link provided or contact Ashlea Parte for further information.

Applicants requiring adjustments or support during the recruitment process are encouraged to get in touch so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

Please note: Successful candidates may be required to complete a Basic or Enhanced Access NI security check (fee of £18+). A previous conviction will not automatically disqualify you; all information is treated in strict confidence.
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Honeycomb is fully committed to equal opportunities for all applicants. While we may be unable to respond to every application individually due to high volumes, we appreciate your interest in this opportunity