Administrator (Holiday Cover)
| Company: | Mitie |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | ASCN 1ZZ |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 14 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 13 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Tax-Efficient Income | Accommodation & Meals Provided | Return Flights | Unique Overseas ExperienceImagine taking your administration experience somewhere very different.
As an Administrator on Ascension Island, you will support the delivery of Helpdesk, Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and Travel administration services, helping to ensure the smooth operation of essential support functions across the contract. This is a varied role that requires excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment.
What You'll Get
-Tax-efficient income
-Free accommodation and meals
-Return flight to the UK
-16 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
-Access to gym, sports and swimming facilities
-5% annual site allowance (pro rata)
-10% annual tour bonus (pro rata)
-Professional development opportunities
-5 month fixed-term contract
Key Responsibilities
-Operate the Helpdesk, receiving and logging calls, emails and service requests.
-Raise, update and monitor work orders within the Maximo system.
-Liaise with operational teams to ensure service requests are progressed and completed.
-Create, issue and monitor Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) work orders.
-Track completion of PPM and remedial maintenance activities.
-Update and maintain asset registers and associated databases.
-Process maintenance documentation, test sheets and certification records.
-Coordinate travel requests for employees and visitors.
-Arrange flights, accommodation, airport transfers and associated travel documentation.
-Maintain travel records and liaise with travel providers and internal stakeholders.
-Produce reports and management information across Helpdesk, Travel and PPM functions.
-Support audits and inspections by providing maintenance, compliance and asset information.
-Maintain accurate records, filing systems and databases.
-Provide excellent customer service to employees, customers and visitors.
-Undertake other reasonable duties as required.
What We're Looking ForEssential
-GCSE English and Mathematics (or equivalent).
-Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
-Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
-Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
-Good communication and customer service skills.
-Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
-Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
-Full driving licence.
Desirable
-Experience using Maximo or a similar computerised maintenance management system.
-Previous administrative experience in a facilities management, maintenance or operational environment.
-Experience working within a military or remote-site environment.
Why Apply?This is an opportunity to develop your administrative skills while supporting an important Defence contract in one of the world's most unique working environments. You will gain valuable experience across Helpdesk, Travel and Maintenance administration functions while living and working on Ascension Island as part of a supportive and professional team.
Security, medical and dental clearance will be required for the successful candidate.