Helpdesk Admin

  • Build Recruitment
  • Basingstoke, Hampshire
  • Jan 09, 2026
Contractor Administration

Job Description

Helpdesk Administrator Basingstoke

We are seeking a proactive and highly organised Helpdesk Administrator to join our team in Basingstoke. The successful candidate will play a key role in coordinating service requests, supporting engineers and contractors, and ensuring the smooth operation of our CAFM system and service delivery processes.

Key Responsibilities

Customer & Communication

  • Communicate effectively with internal and external customers to capture, record, and distribute service calls through the CAFM system.

  • Provide phone cover and inbox monitoring as required by the Team Leader.

  • Deliver a professional, efficient, and effective service experience at all times.

Work Order Management

  • Raise new work orders for Contract Managers and reactive work orders for engineers.

  • Review all incoming work orders to ensure accuracy of problem codes, site details, contact information, and job descriptions.

  • Allocate and schedule work orders to engineers or subcontractors.

  • Monitor delays and ensure SLA compliance.

  • Conduct daily reviews of work orders in Return, Rejected, and Awaiting Parts statuses and update/assign accordingly.

  • Complete and close work orders once all documentation is received.

Engineer & Subcontractor Coordination

  • Manage engineer downtime and ensure they are briefed on emergency works or urgent jobs.

  • Chase subcontractors for attendance dates, updates, and required documentation (such as RAMS).

  • Arrange site escorts where required.

  • Check subcontractor paperwork to ensure accuracy of times, descriptions, and job details.

  • Make corrections to engineer time records and job alignment when needed.

Admin & Compliance

  • Monitor CCC/central inboxes for closure paperwork and updates.

  • Review performance reports and take corrective actions to improve results.

  • Action escalations for outstanding remedial tasks.

  • Raise system issues (e.g., jobs not closing correctly) with the appropriate support teams.

  • Hire equipment when required to support operations.

  • Provide support and cover for other regions when necessary.

Performance

  • Work towards individual performance targets and contribute to the wider team s objectives.

  • Support Contract Managers with administrative and operational requirements.