Administrative Officer - Government Laboratory in Douglas

About the role

Could your organisation skills and attention to detail help support work that people across the Island rely on every day? As the Administrative Officer within the Government Laboratory, you'll be the first point of contact for Government departments, businesses and members of the public, playing a vital role in keeping an accredited laboratory service running smoothly. From managing enquiries and coordinating the receipt of samples to maintaining records, processing invoices and supporting the day-to-day operation of the Laboratory, you'll keep a fast-paced office running efficiently while balancing a variety of priorities each day.

Put your communication, judgement and problem‑solving abilities to use in a role where accuracy matters. Taking ownership of your workload, you'll work across multiple systems, coordinate with colleagues and external partners, and help uphold the standards that underpin the Laboratory's accredited status. Your ability to stay organised, adapt to changing priorities and make informed decisions will be valued in a role that offers responsibility, autonomy and the opportunity to contribute directly to the accuracy and efficiency of a laboratory service relied upon by Government, businesses and the public.

A workplace that invests in you

• A competitive salary that increases each 12 months until you reach the salary maximum.
• A generous annual leave entitlement, a Privilege Day and 10 Bank Holidays; your annual leave will increase after your first year and again after your third year.
• A flexi-time scheme where you can accrue additional time worked to take time off in line with the relevant flexi-time scheme.
• Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.
• Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.
• Discounted access to the NSC gym and island swimming pools as well as 1-to-1 support programmes and exercise classes with qualified instructors.
• Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and signposting on a wide range of issues.
• Ability to apply for an unpaid career break after 3 years’ service.
• Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.

Working for the Isle of Man Public Service

We are the largest employer on the island delivering a diverse range of services to the people of the Isle of Man. We care, nurture and value our employees’ wellbeing, development and career and place great importance on rewarding the commitment by our wonderful employees.

We support and promote flexible working, recognising the importance of working flexibly around your life and commitments and the benefits in improving work‑life balance.

The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion. We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man.

Your candidate experience is important to us. As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we commit to respond to every applicant that applies for an Isle of Man Public Service role.

We are committed to net zero by 2050 and as an entire nation UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, we are transforming public services for a sustainable future and your contributions will directly benefit our community, economy, and environment.

Things to note

A basic police check is required for this post, the cost of which will be covered by the Isle of Man Government.

Please note a relocation package is not available for this role.