Port Heath Administrator
Service Care Solutions
Location – Sevington, Kent TN25 – Office based
Contract – Temporary – 6 Months (with a view to extension)
Hours – Average 37 hours per week on a 6-week rolling shift pattern (24/7 rota including nights)
Start Date – ASAP
The Role Summary
The position is primarily office-based, carrying out administrative duties relating to imported goods entering the UK. Full training will be provided on all systems and procedures.
You will also provide support to Environmental Health Officers and Official Veterinarians during inspections within the inspection sheds.
Your key duties within the role will include:
- Complete documentary checks using IPAFFS and other internal systems
- Use AI-assisted systems to process and verify documentation
- Carry out CHED and IUU document checks
- Respond to enquiries from import agents and hauliers via phone and email
- Escalate issues and complaints where appropriate
- Assist Officers and Veterinarians during inspections
- Carry out identity and seal checks on consignments
- Record inspection information using tablets and internal systems (PHILIS)
- Support sampling activities and detention procedures
- Coordinate vehicle movements across the Border Control Post
- Liaise with multiple agencies to ensure efficient processing of consignments
- Maintain accurate records and stay up to date with legislative changes and disease outbreaks
- Previous administrative experience within a busy environment
- Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- The ability to manage multiple priorities and work accurately under pressure
- A flexible approach to shift work, including nights and weekends
- A commitment to high standards of cleanliness and personal hygiene
A driving licence is beneficial due to the site's location but is not essential.
If you are interested in this position and meet the above criteria, please send your CV now for consideration.
If you require any additional information regarding the position, please call Lewis at Service Care Solutions on (phone number removed) or send an E-Mail to (url removed)
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