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Senior Office Administrator (Contract Role)
E054 Veolia Environmental Services Technical Solutions Limited
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Source date: 10/30/2026
About this role
Background: Veolia is Ireland’s leading environmental services company. We provide a comprehensive range of energy, waste and water solutions and are dedicated to carbon reduction, protecting the environment and building the circular economy. We offer all employees a benefits package as standard which includes full VHI cover, pension and education assistance. When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture. Senior Office Administrator Location: Leixlip, Co. Kildare Duration: 14 Month (Specified Purpose Contract) Hours: 07:30am-15:30pm Overview of the role; We are seeking an experienced and highly capable Senior Office Administrator to oversee and manage the administrative functions of our office. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring operational efficiency, providing high-level support to senior management, and leading the wider administrative team. This is a senior role that requires a proactive, professional, and solutions-focused individual with a proven track record in office administration. Day to Day of the role; * Oversee the day to day administrative operations in the office * Develop, implement, and improve office procedures and policies * Manage and maintain filing systems, databases and records * Ensure compliance with the companies policies * Ensure accurate invoicing to our client * Track and receipt supplier payments * Raising and Tracking of purchase orders * Supervise, mentor and support junior administrative staff * Delegate tasks and manage workloads across the admin team * Conduct performance reviews and provide ongoing feedback * Identify training needs and support for the team * Developing internal & client relationships Requirements for the role; * Previous experience in a senior or supervisory capacity * Minimum 3-5 years experience in an office Admin role * Degree or equivalent professional qualification (preferred) * Advanced proficiency in Google Office Suite & MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) * Strong written and verbal communication skills * Excellent organisational and project management skills * Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team * Experience managing budgets and financial processes * High level of accuracy and attention to detail * Experience with CRM or office management software; Salesforce will be an advantage * Confident and professional with a proactive approach * Strong leadership and interpersonal skills * Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines * Calm under pressure with excellent problem-solving skills * Trustworthy, discreet, and highly dependable * A natural communicator who can engage at all levels * Self-motivated with a continuous improvement mindset Desirable Qualifications * Knowledge of HR processes and employment legislation * Project management experience * Experience in a fast-paced or corporate environment Please note: If you are an EU/EEA national, you will be asked to show proof of right to work in Ireland. If you are a non-EU/EEA national , you will require current and valid permission to work and reside in the Republic of Ireland. Information on legislation and guides to the procedures in relation to obtaining greencard permits ,work permits, spousal/dependant permits is available on the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation website. Veolia is Ireland’s leading environmental services company. We provide a comprehensive range of energy, waste and water solutions and are dedicated to carbon reduction, protecting the environment and building the circular economy. We offer all employees a benefits package as standard which includes full VHI cover, pension and education assistance