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Communication Network Controller (Admin - Clerical) Temporary Contract Main purpose of job To be responsible to the Waste Collection Manager or Operations Manager for the control of the communication network systems and to assist in the coordination and utilisation of all the vehicles in the cleansing fleet. To carry out any clerical duties as and when required. Summary of responsibilities and personal duties To be responsible for the control of the communication network systems within City Services, for example, radio and telephones. To assist with the coordination and utilisation of the civic amenity site 'system' and to liaise with the Transport Supervisor. To answer and record general enquiries from the public and to deal with complaints or queries, in accordance with council procedures. To communicate with staff on queries, passing on instructions and messages. To take minutes at meetings and hearings as required. To carry out general clerical duties including operating a range of Information Technology systems. To assist in the preparation of appropriate reports and other information as required. To undertake any other duties that may be assigned as required by the Waste Collection Manager, Area Cleansing Manager and Supervisors. To liaise with other council departments to ensure coordination of service delivery. To be responsible for the recording and issuing of fuel keys or cards and to monitor fuel usage within City Services. This job description has been written at a time of significant organisational change and it will be subject to review and amendment as the demands of the role and the organisation evolve. Therefore, the post-holder will be required to be flexible, adaptable and aware that they may be asked to perform tasks, duties and responsibilities which are not specifically detailed in the job description, but which are commensurate with the role. Essential criteria Experience Applicants must, as at the closing date be able to demonstrate by providing personal and specific examples, at least one year's relevant experience in each of the following three areas: Effective communication skills, including dealing with members of the public in a confident and calm manner; carrying out a range of office and administration duties for management, including writing reports and compiling and analysing service information; and controlling and operating substantial communications equipment, for example, a two-way radio communication system or extensive switchboard. Special skills and attributes Applicants must be able to demonstrate, by providing personal and specific examples, evidence of the following special skills and attributes which may be tested at interview. Written communication skills: a high standard of literacy and comprehension, with the ability to write reports. Communication skills: the ability to communicate orally at an operational level. Information technology skills: the ability to use office programmes, including word processing, databases, Excel and PowerPoint Decision making skills: the ability to make decisions about individual working. Prioritising workload: the ability to prioritise supervised work on a work allocated basis. Team working skills: an effective team member, contributing to the success of the team and achievement of objectives. Performance management skills: an awareness of standards of performance and the needs to work to achieve established targets. Customer care skills: an awareness of the importance of responding to the needs of both internal and external customers. Health and safety awareness: an understanding of the importance of personal responsibility for health and safety compliance. Shortlisting criterion In addition to the above experience, Belfast City Council reserves the right to short-list only those applicants who, as at the closing date for receipt of application forms: can demonstrate on the application form, by providing personal and specific examples, at least two years relevant experience in each of the three areas detailed above, (a) - (c). Other Information: Start Date 2 Feb 2026 Closing Date:28 Jan 26 Location: Duncrue Industrial Complex Hourly Rate of pay: £13.47 per hour plus accrued holiday pay Hours of work: 37 per week If you would like to apply for this role, please send us your updated CV via the link provided and one of the team will be in touch with you. Or if you would like to discuss this position, please contact Task Recruitment on or to speak to one of our consultants. We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.

Business Support Clerk - Temporary Contract Belfast - Duncrue Industrial Estate Closing Datee: Friday 30 January 2026 Main purpose of job To be responsible to the appropriate line manager for assisting in the provision of a comprehensive, efficient and effective business support service, including the application of basic Information Technology skills. To perform assigned duties and tasks, either as part of a team or individually as required, in accordance with specified time and quality standards including the prioritisation of own workload when necessary. Summary of responsibilities and personal duties To provide a clerical support service within the organisation including the maintenance of both computerised and manual systems, for example, filing and photocopying, and the processing of internal and external mail. To perform a range of business support tasks in accordance with agreed procedures and processes, for example, cash handling, call handling, data input and extraction, and other relevant duties. To provide a word processing service from draft documents or audio tapes (if required) including routine correspondence in the form of letters, memos, reports and other documents involving creative layouts (for example, PowerPoint presentations). To utilise a variety of basic office-related IT software packages and specific council, departmental or service IT systems as required. To assist in the preparation, compilation and distribution of routine statistical, performance and other information. To assist in the provision of a range of routine business related activities, for example, finance, Human Resources, customer support, IS/IT and general administration. To arrange meetings and take minutes and notes as appropriate. To maintain a high level of customer care and deal with internal and external customers of the service either face-to-face or by telephone and e-mail including the cover of front desk or reception duties as required. To use various office machinery or equipment where appropriate, for example, binders, laminators, fax machines, photocopiers, shredders or other relevant equipment. Employee specification Essential criteria : Knowledge and Experience of: Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel skills etc. 5 GCSE's including English and Maths at Grade C or above or equivalent Special skills and attributes The following special skills and attributes are required for this position. Applicants must make some reference to possessing these skills and attributes: Written communication skills The ability to complete standard forms, draft letters from basic information provided, take accurate minutes of meetings, etc. Oral communication skills The ability to provide information, advice and guidance to other staff, managers and customers in a clear and effective manner, etc. Team working skills The ability to be an effective team member, contributing to the achievement of team objectives, etc. Customer care skills The ability to understand the specific needs of internal and external customers and to respond in a prompt and effective manner, etc. Information Technology skills The ability to input, locate, retrieve and print data from relevant information systems, etc. Other Information: Location: Duncrue Industrial Estate Belfast Hours of work: 37 hours per week - Monday to Thursday 08.30 am - 5.00 pm Friday 08.30 am to 4.30 pm Rate of pay £13.47 per hour plus accrued holiday pay Target Start Date: 2nd February 2026 Closing date for CV's: 30 January at 12.00 noon. If you would like to apply for this role, please send us your updated CV via the link provided and one of the team will be in touch with you. Or if you would like to discuss this position, please contact Task Recruitment on: or to speak to one of our consultants. We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.