*Closing date: 1 st July 2026* Technical Assistant (Safety and Compliance) Duncrue Industrial Estate, Belfast Temporary (Approx 12 weeks) £15.82 per hour 37 hours per week Main Purpose The post-holder will report to the relevant Officers and be responsible for: Supporting the co-ordination of Safety and Compliance unit activities and working closely with the wider unit team to deliver service, departmental and corporate objectives. Co-ordinating all data associated with an integrated records management system, for the updating of relevant computer applications and registers, and for the production of reports to assist with the expeditious management of the section. Assisting with the input of condition survey and compliance data to property database and production of management reports as required, including maintenance of the property database. Co-ordinating effective responses to requests for information on quality, compliance and condition issues using relevant software. Assisting with the production of general documentation linked to the procurement process, raising purchase orders, liaising with quantity surveyors, and implementing the administrative practices and procedures as modified from time to time, to satisfy the requirements of customers and clients. Assisting as required in all other areas of the units work. Main Roles and Responsibilities Carry out all assigned duties to ensure optimal performance and the achievement of the units financial and operational targets. Assist with the setting up, updating, control, maintenance, and use of an integrated records management system incorporating (but not limited to) a condition survey database, planned maintenance programme, building logbooks, a CAD document depository and a compliance database including the input of data and management of files, both electronic and hard copy. Regularly update information systems with incoming data, certificates, service reports, contractors reports, and other details in a timely and efficient manner. Assist in the co-ordination, control, storage, management, receipt and issue of documentation within the section and with external sources, both electronic format and hard copy, including drawings, specifications, service records, As installed records, files, certificates, and correspondence. Assist in the production and preparation of procurement documentation with relevant Officers. Assist in the maintenance, control, and management of maintenance contract records including the raising, processing, and issue of purchase orders as directed by relevant officers. Assist in the production of timely and accurate reports for planned maintenance, condition surveys, compliance issues, Building Log Books, CAD Management and related information as directed. Assist in the creation and operation of appropriate administrative, monitoring and quality systems, including preparation of reports. Provide monitoring and performance data as directed by the relevant Officer. Use, maintain and assist in the development and control of the various information systems used within the Safety and Working in a busy office environment as part of a team, using prioritisation skills to adhere to strict deadlines. Special skills and attributes Applicants must be able to demonstrate evidence of the following skills and attributes which may be tested at interview: Communication skills: Good written communication skills and the ability to develop high quality documentation with clarity and precision. Good oral communication and listening skills in dealing with colleagues, line management, clients, project managers and contractors. Information technology skills: the ability to use standard applications effectively, manipulate databases and use specialised software. Team working and the ability to work on own initiative: the ability to work in a volatile and dynamic environment, both as part of a team and on the basis of personal initiative. Analytical skills: an analytical approach to problem solving in a high-profile operational environment. Customer care skills: the ability to deal with and respond to the needs of a diverse range of internal and external customers, including members of the public. Decision making and problem-solving skills: a practical approach to problem solving with the ability to extract, analyse and report upon service information, in order to assist with decisions on operational issues. Work planning and organisational skills: the ability to prioritise and plan work to ensure that all targets and quality standards are consistently met. Platinum Recruitment NI Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and a Corporate Member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Platinum Recruitment NI Ltd adheres to all current employment legislation. We reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date, should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please send your CV as early as possible. Please note only those candidates shortlisted may be contacted. **Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK and Ireland. We are unable to sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. ** Successful candidates may need to apply for an Access NI Certificate with Platinum Recruitment NI Ltd regardless if you already have a valid certificate. It will be a cost of between £16 - £32 depending on clearance level.
