Contracts and Data Officer in Barnsley

Job Ref: Barnsley 000B 2DB0 / 1

Pay Rate: £16.35 per hour PAYE

Hours per week: 37 Monday to Friday, 9:00-17:00

This opening assignment is for 2 months

Location: Barnsley S71 1NL

Summary of what the candidate must have to apply:

• Experience in contract management, contract monitoring or contract administration.
• Strong analytical skills with experience interpreting complex data and producing reports.
• Experience validating invoices, processing payments and managing financial information.
• Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Able to manage a varied workload and work accurately under pressure.
• Experience within a local authority or regulated environment is desirable.
• Knowledge of waste management or HWRC contracts is desirable.
• Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) is desirable.

The role:

• Monitor waste disposal and Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC) contracts.
• Analyse contractor performance, KPIs and payment mechanisms.
• Validate invoices and process contractor payments accurately.
• Produce reports and analyse operational and financial data.
• Manage contractor and stakeholder queries and resolve issues.
• Attend contract meetings and carry out site inspections.
• Maintain contract records and ensure compliance with legislation.
• Support procurement activities and continuous service improvements.

This is a site-based role. No hybrid or remote working has been specified.

Key accountabilities:

• Monitor contract performance against agreed standards and targets.
• Identify contract breaches and support corrective actions.
• Produce accurate reports and performance information.
• Analyse complex datasets and financial information.
• Validate contractor invoices and process payments.
• Maintain contract registers and associated records.
• Liaise with contractors, colleagues and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and council procedures.
• Support procurement and contract improvement activities.
• Undertake site visits and inspections where required.

Requirements/key criteria:

• Experience in contract management or contract monitoring.
• Strong data analysis and reporting skills.
• Experience processing financial information and validating invoices.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Able to prioritise workloads and work independently.
• Experience within a local authority or regulated environment is desirable.
• Waste management or HWRC contract experience is desirable.
• Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) is desirable.
• Willingness to undertake site inspections and travel as required.

How to Apply:

• Quote the Job Title and Reference Number in your application.
• Submit your CV in Word format.
• Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; early submission is recommended.