Office Administrator


Job description

Office Administrator required (Fixed term maternity cover nine to twelve months) in Buncrana, Co. Donegal. We are seeking a reliable and organised Office Administrator to provide maternity cover for a period of 9 to 12 months. This role will support this busy construction business in Buncrana, Co. Donegal. The successful candidate will be responsible for a range of administrative, financial, and operational duties to ensure the smooth running of their office and support to their field based teams.

Responsibilities

  • Supporting Field-Based Staff
  • Ordering and coordinating materials as required
  • Arranging travel, flights, and transport for staff
  • Booking accommodation when required
  • Payroll & Subcontractor Administration
  • Coordinating with team foremen to record completed work
  • Accurately recording information in the company system
  • Processing payroll through the payroll system
  • Making payments to personnel and subcontractors
  • General office & finance support
  • Processing payments to suppliers
  • Liaising with customers as required
  • Undertaking basic bookkeeping duties
  • Handling other general administrative tasks as needed

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

  • Previous office administrative experience preferred
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Able to work on own initiative
  • A flexible, adaptable, and problem-solving approach to work

Desirable Skills

  • Experience in account and payroll would be advantageous although training will be provided on payroll system
  • Knowledge of a commercial environment, particularly construction, would be helpful although not essential

Further Information

To apply email your CV to the employer. Hours are Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm although may consider 4 days.

Vacancy ID
1731658
Job Sector
Secretarial and Administration
Area
Republic of Ireland
Location
Buncrana, Co Donegal
Salary
To be confirmed
No. vacancies
1
Contract Type
Permanent
Weekly hours
35
Published date
28/08/2025
Closing date
27/09/2025
Worktime
Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

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