Location: Mossley Mill, with a requirement to work at other Council sites as required

Duration: Temporary

Salary: £16.90 per hour

Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm

Start Date: ASAP

Application Deadline: Monday 17th August at 5pm

Apple Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our public sector client for a Bereavement Services Admin Officer based at Mossley Mill.

This is a sensitive and important administrative role within Bereavement Services, providing a professional, efficient and compassionate service to members of the public, funeral directors and other representatives within the bereavement sector.

The successful candidate will support the smooth running of crematorium services, including managing bookings, processing statutory and medical documentation, maintaining accurate records and responding to enquiries in a sympathetic and dignified manner.

Key Responsibilities

• Take bookings for cremation services and ensure all required information is complete and accurately processed.
• Receive, check and collate statutory, non-statutory and medical documentation in accordance with current legislation and procedures.
• Check completed cremation documentation and ensure it is presented to the Medical Referee for authorisation.
• Liaise with crematorium administration and registration services and process relevant documentation in a timely manner.
• Prepare medical certificate notifications for registration purposes.
• Maintain accurate manual and electronic records using Microsoft Office and relevant IT systems.
• Ensure cremation documentation is appropriately archived and disposed of in accordance with statutory requirements.
• Process monetary payments, reconcile receipts and maintain accurate cash-handling records.
• Maintain financial records relating to services and goods purchased using relevant financial systems.
• Liaise professionally with funeral directors, members of the public and other service users.
• Respond to telephone, counter and written enquiries, including complaints, in line with service standards.
• Provide a courteous, empathetic and sensitive service to bereaved individuals and other members of the public.
• Maintain stationery and stock control systems.
• Provide administrative support to Cemeteries Administration as required.
• Work effectively as part of a team and provide a high level of internal and external customer service.
• Comply with all relevant policies and procedures, including health and safety, data protection, safeguarding and risk assessment requirements.
• Be available to work additional hours outside normal office hours when required by the service.

Essential Criteria

Applicants must have:

• A good understanding of literacy and numeracy.
• A minimum of 1 year’s relevant experience, including:
  • Experience working within a professional bereavement services environment.
  • Experience working in a busy, customer-facing office while working to tight deadlines in a sensitive environment.
  • Experience undertaking administrative and cash-handling duties.
  • Experience understanding, interpreting and applying regulations to ensure procedures are followed correctly.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• The ability to listen, understand, accurately interpret, record and report information.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• The ability to demonstrate empathy and sensitivity when dealing with bereaved individuals and other service users.
• The ability to work within strict legislative requirements and high service standards.
• The ability to manage competing, time-sensitive priorities effectively.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, with the ability to process, interrogate and present data.
• A willingness to work overtime from time to time to meet the requirements of the service.

Desirable criteria may include:

• Knowledge of cremation legislation.

The role may also involve occasional Saturday morning work from 8:30am – 10:00am to provide back-up support to Cemeteries Administration.

How to Apply

If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV to Caroline at caroline.parker@applerecruitment.com.

Please ensure your CV is accurate and up to date, including your full employment history, qualifications and current contact details.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Location: Antrim

Duration: Temporary, up to 6 months

Salary: £20.66 per hour

Hours: 37 hours per week

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm

Closing Date for CV Submission: 3:00pm on Thursday 13th August 2026

Apple Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our public sector client for an Estate Services Systems and Data Officer based at Antrim Civic Centre.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced systems and data professional to play a key role in the management and ongoing development of an Asset Management System. The successful candidate will provide effective data management, reporting and user support, while helping to improve business processes and support energy management across the organisation’s estate.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and develop the Asset Management System, ensuring continued improvements in functionality, efficiency and business processes.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams and stakeholders to identify and implement effective asset management processes.
• Provide first-line support to managers and staff using the Asset Management System, including support by phone, email and in person.
• Maintain data integrity by running queries, analysing data and producing reports as required.
• Produce accurate and timely asset management, energy usage and statistical reports.
• Monitor energy data on a monthly basis and initiate investigations and remedial action where required.
• Maintain electronic and manual filing systems, ensuring data is stored securely and in accordance with GDPR requirements.
• Develop and document workflows, procedures, templates, checklists and user guidance to improve operational efficiency.
• Develop and deliver training for new and existing system users and identify ongoing training needs.
• Maintain Display Energy Certificates for relevant sites by collating energy data and sourcing certificates.
• Support the preparation and submission of statutory and internal reports relating to energy usage.
• Monitor performance against Service Level Agreements and KPIs and recommend improvements where appropriate.
• Identify and monitor external grant opportunities relating to energy-saving initiatives.
• Support the management of asset management and energy-related contracts, including liaison with suppliers and contractors.
• Work collaboratively with IT teams and other stakeholders to enhance systems and processes.
• Participate in corporate projects, working groups and other initiatives as required.

Essential Criteria

Applicants must have:

• A Degree-level qualification or equivalent in a relevant discipline, such as Business Information Systems, Facilities Management or Energy Management.

OR

• Applicants without a third-level qualification may be considered where they can demonstrate a minimum of 4 years’ relevant experience in the required areas.
• A minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience in each of the following:
  • Operating and administering an Asset Management System.
  • Dealing with challenging system queries and advising internal and external customers.
  • Using Microsoft Teams and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills.
• Good report writing and analytical skills.
• Ability to work to strict deadlines and manage competing priorities.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to liaise effectively with staff and management at all levels.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge and understanding of business processes.
• A full current driving licence and access to suitable transport to enable the duties of the role to be carried out in full, or the ability to meet the travel requirements of the role.

Desirable Criteria

• A relevant professional qualification, such as membership of CIOB or IWFM, or a willingness to work towards professional membership.
• Experience developing and implementing automated systems and business processes.
• Experience in Energy Management.

How to Apply

If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV to Caroline at caroline.parker@applerecruitment.com

Please ensure your CV is accurate and up to date, including your full employment history, qualifications and current contact details.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Application Deadline: 5pm on 11th August 

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for a Clerical Officer (Band 2) to join a busy administrative team within a public sector organisation. This is a full-time temporary opportunity, providing administrative support and assisting with the smooth day-to-day running of the service.

The successful candidate will be responsible for a range of clerical duties including managing information, responding to enquiries, maintaining accurate records, and supporting colleagues across the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Responding efficiently to queries via telephone, webchat, and email
• Completing data entry across various systems, ensuring records and databases are kept accurate and up to date
• Managing confidential documentation, including scanning, filing, and organising sensitive information in line with procedures
• Providing general administrative support including scheduling appointments, coordinating meetings, and assisting with team activities
• Applying discretion and judgement when resolving routine issues within agreed guidelines
• Following organisational policies, procedures, and confidentiality requirements
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders

Essential Criteria

• Previous administrative/clerical experience (1–5 years)
• Intermediate IT skills
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office packages
• Ability to manage confidential information appropriately
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

To Apply:
Please forward your CV to Caroline at caroline.parker@applerecruitment.com  by 5pm on 11th August. .

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity in the workplace.

Further Details:
 Hourly Rate based on £29,137 p.a.
 Duration: 3 months with possibility of extension
 Date of informal discussions – Week commencing 17 th August via Teams
 You must be available to start immediately after this
 This business area offers hybrid working based on business need
 Closing date for CV submission to Apple: Friday 14 th August @ 3pm.

If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV in Microsoft word format
to Caroline by Friday 14 th August 2026 @ 3pm.
Applicants must ensure their CV is accurate and up to date. The CV should include your full
employment history inclusive of dates, all academic achievements and full personal contact details.
Please note only applicants that match these criteria can be considered for the role.
Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Apple
Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Application Deadline: 5:00pm on Monday 3rd August 2026

Apple Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of our public sector client for a Senior Admin Officer based in Downpatrick.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator to provide comprehensive administrative support within a busy local office, supporting the Temporary Accommodation Team and ensuring the efficient delivery of day-to-day administrative functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support related to the work of the local office.
• Provide administrative support to the Temporary Accommodation Team for South Down.
• Organise meetings, including diary scheduling, circulating papers, booking venues and preparing meeting rooms and equipment.
• Attend meetings and prepare accurate records and minutes for review and distribution.
• Gather data from internal systems and reports to assist with Public Affairs Requests, Subject Access Requests, Freedom of Information Requests and complaints.
• Assist in the preparation, validation and presentation of statistical information for senior management reports.
• Record and communicate incoming post, telephone calls, emails and face-to-face enquiries to the appropriate officers.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including temporary accommodation providers, housing customers, statutory agencies and internal departments.

Essential Criteria

Applicants should have:

• 1–5 years’ administrative experience.
• Experience providing administrative support within a busy office environment.
• Experience using Microsoft Office packages, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Experience organising meetings, taking minutes and preparing accurate records.
• Experience handling confidential information and responding to enquiries professionally.
• Intermediate IT proficiency.
• Basic Access NI clearance (required prior to commencement).

How to Apply

If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV to Caroline at caroline.parker@applerecruitment.com.

Please ensure your CV is accurate and up to date, including your full employment history, qualifications and current contact details.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Application Deadline: 5:00pm on Monday 3rd August 2026

Apple Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of our public sector client for an Admin Officer based in Craigavon.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented administrator to join a busy Project Delivery team, providing essential administrative support and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of departmental operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately input and maintain information across internal systems and databases.
• Take accurate minutes during meetings and distribute documentation as required.
• Produce reports and management information.
• Manage document storage and maintain organised electronic filing systems.
• Provide maps and project-related documentation where required.
• Respond to internal and external queries in a professional and timely manner.
• Support the team with general administrative and office duties.

Essential Criteria

Applicants should demonstrate:

• Previous administrative experience in a busy office environment.
• Experience taking accurate meeting minutes.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work to deadlines.
• Intermediate IT proficiency.
• Basic Access NI clearance (required prior to commencement).

How to Apply

If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV to Caroline at caroline.parker@applerecruitment.com.

Please ensure your CV is accurate and up to date, including your full employment history, qualifications and current contact details.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

 Competency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
 The ability to prioritise workloads and work under pressure.
 A proactive and flexible approach to work.

What's on Offer?
Temporary position with genuine potential to become permanent
Competitive hourly rate of £13.50 – £15.00 per hour depending on experience
Monday to Friday working hours with no weekend work
Varied and interesting role combining reception and administration duties
Supportive team environment
Opportunity to join a successful and growing organisation
Immediate start available
Free parking

How to Apply
To apply for this opportunity, please send your CV in Microsoft Word format to Patricia by
clicking the application link.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Closing date for CV submission: 5:00pm on 30th July 2026.

Apple Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of our public sector client for a Counter Assistant based in Lisburn.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy customer-facing team, providing front-line support and administrative assistance within a fast-paced office environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver a professional front-line customer service to visitors and service users.
• Respond to customer enquiries and provide information or direct queries to the appropriate team.
• Manage and update spreadsheets and electronic records accurately.
• Provide daily administrative support to the senior administration and patch management team.
• Assist with general office duties and maintain accurate records.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure an efficient customer service.

Essential Criteria

Applicants should be able to demonstrate:

• Previous customer service or administrative experience.
• Intermediate IT skills, including experience using Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a busy workload.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Basic Access NI clearance (required prior to commencement).

Desirable Criteria

• Experience working within a public sector or customer service environment.

How to Apply

If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV to Caroline at caroline.parker@applerecruitment.com.

Please ensure your CV is accurate and up to date, including your full employment history, qualifications and current contact details.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Closing date for CV submission: 5:00pm on 30th July 2026.

Apple Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our public sector client for a Clerical Officer based in Lisburn.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and customer-focused administrator to join a busy team, providing front-line customer service and administrative support in a fast-paced office environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide front-line customer service at the reception and customer counter.
• Deliver administrative support to senior members of the team.
• Respond to customer enquiries professionally, both in person and over the telephone.
• Carry out general clerical duties, including filing, data entry and record management.
• Maintain accurate records using a range of IT systems.
• Assist with a variety of administrative tasks as required to support the wider team.

Essential Criteria

Applicants should have:

• Previous administrative or clerical experience.
• Intermediate IT skills with experience using Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied workload.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records.
• Basic Access NI clearance (required prior to commencement).

Desirable:

• Full clean driving licence.

How to Apply

If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV to Caroline at caroline.parker@applerecruitment.com.

Please ensure your CV is accurate and up to date, including your full employment history, qualifications and current contact details.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Location: Belfast

Duration: Temporary 

Salary: £13.69 per hour

Hours: 37 hours per week

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm

Application Deadline: 5:00pm on Wed 29th July 2026

Apple Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of our public sector client for an Admin Officer to join their Team based in Belfast.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented administrator to support governance, reporting and office administration within a busy Asset Management department. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate records, supporting meetings and ensuring effective administration across the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Governance & Administration Team, including preparing meeting documentation, recording minutes and distributing supporting papers.
• Assist in collating and presenting monthly financial and statistical reports, ensuring information is accurate, correctly formatted and produced within agreed timescales.
• Use internal systems and databases to produce reports and management information as required.
• Coordinate and monitor progress against Asset Management Risk Register actions.
• Organise venues and arrangements for team meetings, events and meetings with external service providers.
• Assist with monitoring governance arrangements and audit recommendations, including Internal Audit, TIU, DfC and NIAO actions.
• Maintain efficient office administration systems and records management processes, ensuring compliance with GDPR.
• Support internal communications, including the production of Huddle articles and other communications.
• Engage with tenants and customers, collating information and providing data to management.
• Maintain central records of Asset Management policies, ensuring review schedules remain up to date.
• Carry out general administrative and office duties as required.

Essential Criteria

Applicants must meet one of the following:

• BTEC National (or equivalent) plus 1 year’s relevant general administrative experience.
• OR 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) plus 2 years’ relevant general administrative experience.
• OR Candidates without the above qualifications who can demonstrate 3 years’ relevant general administrative experience may also be considered.

Applicants must also demonstrate:

• Experience using Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience working to tight deadlines within a team environment.
• Experience creating electronic documents.
• Experience providing accurate information with a high level of attention to detail.
• Intermediate IT proficiency.
• Basic Access NI clearance (required prior to commencement).

How to Apply

If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV to Patricia at patricia.oneill@applerecruitment.com

Please ensure your CV is accurate and up to date, including your full employment history, qualifications and current contact details.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.