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Job Description
Job Introduction
Location: Newbridge, Co. Kildare
Contract: Full-time, shift-based (5 days over 7)
Salary: €18.00 Per Hour
About the Role We are seeking a motivated and reliable Helpdesk Administrator to join our on-site Facilities Management team in Newbridge. This is a varied, hands-on role that combines helpdesk support, facilities coordination, administration, and general operative duties in a busy production and manufacturing environment. You will be the first point of contact for facilities-related queries, supporting both the FM Operations team and wider site staff to ensure smooth, efficient, and compliant service delivery.
Key Responsibilities
* Operate and oversee FM Coordination and Helpdesk activities
* Manage and close PPM tasks using Maximo (training provided), ensuring SLA compliance
* Handle purchasing requests, supplier coordination, and work order tracking
* Provide helpdesk support for internal queries and issues
* Input payroll data via UDC Payroll and Kronos systems
* Support onboarding and training administration for new team members
* Maintain FM training plans, compliance records, and admin control of contracts
* Produce weekly task progress reports and support general office administration
* Assist with ad-hoc site operations including setups, moves, and reviews
* Always adhere to site health, safety, and compliance standards
What We’re Looking For
* Essential
* Strong customer service and communication skills
* Reliable, flexible, and able to prioritise multiple tasks
* Confident team player with solid planning and organisation abilities
* Advanced IT skills (MS Office essential, CAFM systems desirable)
* Experience in facilities coordination, helpdesk, or administration roles
* Familiarity with compliance and health & safety practices
* Experience in production/manufacturing environments is an advantage
* Full Irish driving licence
* Desirable
* Ability Skills: Administration, Computer Literacy, Interpersonal Skills
* Competency Skills: Collaboration, Priority Planning, Problem Solving, Teamwork
Company Benefits
Why Sodexo?
* Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support
* An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life’s larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeing
* Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service
* Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular big-brand retailers
* Save for your future by becoming a member of the Pension Plan
* Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools
* Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit
* Sodexo UK and Ireland’s enhanced benefits and leave policies
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications. We are committed to being an inclusive employer.
Additional Details
* Sector: administrative and support service activities
Career Level
* Entry Level
Candidate Requirements
Essential
* Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 1
* Minimum Qualification: No Qualification
Desirable
* Ability Skills: Administration, Computer Literacy, Interpersonal Skills
* Competency Skills: Collaboration, Priority Planning, Problem Solving, Teamwork
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