Administrator Assistant
| Posting date: | 20 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £12.50 to £13.5 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 February 2026 |
| Location: | Darlington, County Durham, DL12NG |
| Company: | The Best Connection Group Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JN -012026-17380_1768924629 |
Summary
Administration Assistant - Waste Management / Weighbridge
(Maternity Cover - with potential to extend)
We are seeking an experienced Administration Assistant with a background in waste management and weighbridge operations to cover a maternity leave position. This is a highly customer-facing role and an integral part of the business, requiring confidence, professionalism, and a firm approach when needed. For the right candidate, there may be an opportunity for the role to be extended.
The role:
- Operate the weighbridge accurately, ensuring all weights and documentation are correctly recorded
- Act as the main point of contact for customers, dealing confidently and professionally face-to-face and by phone
- Process customer orders and complete all associated administration accurately
- Manage customer queries, disputes, and complaints, using an assertive and professional manner where required
- Promote company services while ensuring compliance with waste management procedures
- Prepare and manage invoices
- Provide administrative support to the logistics team and management
- Maintain a professional and organised office environment
The candidate:
- Proven experience in waste management and weighbridge operations (essential)
- Strong customer-facing experience with a confident and assertive communication style
- Excellent customer service and problem-solving skills
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to prioritise and multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Proficient IT skills, including MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Hours of work:
- Monday to Friday, 08:00am - 17:00pm
- 1 in 4 Saturdays - half day
- 42.5 hours per week
Pay Rate:
- £12.50 per hour
Benefits of working for The Best Connection:
- Ongoing assignments
- Excellent pay rates
- Online payslips
- Weekly pay
- Holiday accrual
- Pension provision
- Personal accident insurance
- Access to 'Perks at Work' temporary worker benefit scheme
Candidates will be invited to register online via our digital on boarding system.
The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.