Contracts Support Officer – Haywards Heath RH16 1SS

Overview

Contracts Support Officer – Haywards Heath RH16 1SS

Do you have a desire to offer excellent customer service and improve the delivery of the Council’s services?

Mid Sussex are seeking a proactive and detail-orientated Contracts Support Officer to join the Contracts and Service’s team. In this role, you will provide vital administrative and coordination support for the effective management and delivery of a number of services managed by the team, including the provision of green spaces, tree management, waste & street cleansing services, garden waste services, parking and leisure. 

You will act as a key link between internal teams, external partners and service providers. 

You will be office based, with the flexibility to work from home on agreed days.

About you

To be successful in the role you will have:

Significant office experience, undertaking an administrative/customer service role.

Able to organise own time effectively and work well under pressure and within tight deadlines.

Methodical approach with good accuracy and attention to detail.

Experience of handling sensitive and confidential information.

Public sector experience desirable.

We are looking for a confident and motivated self starter with an appetite for learning.

You will  need to be organised and able to work both independently and as part of a busy team. You will also be a key point of contact for our suppliers and customers so you will have excellent communication and organisaional skills

Mid Sussex District Council is a forward-thinking organisation and we need like-minded people to drive our ambitious agenda forward. If you are looking to join the Council you need to thrive in an environment that embraces technology and smart working.  You will establish yourself by providing the highest quality services.

About Us

Working for Mid Sussex gives you the chance to develop your skills and experience in a supportive and friendly environment.

We’re in a strong financial position and will be using this to reinvest in our services,  particularly in embracing new technologies. Combined with a significant growth agenda our aim is to achieve more for the residents of Mid Sussex.

Scattered with stunning rural towns and villages, Mid Sussex is a wonderful place to live and work.

This is a great time for an ambitious individual to join an authority with aspirations to match.

Closing date : 8th September 2025

IMPORTANT: Before applying for this role, please make sure you have the right to work in the country where the role is based. Unless it clearly stipulates within in the job advert above that the hiring company is looking to or able to sponsor applicants it is deemed that the hiring employer will only consider applications from those able to comply with and work in the country where the role is based.