Helpdesk Operator

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  • Job reference: SDX/TP/1300019/157650
  • Location: Aberdeen
  • Job type: Full Time - 37.5 hours per week
  • Salary: £13.63 per hour plus Sodexo Benefits
  • Closing date: 02 June 2026
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About the role

Helpdesk Operator

Sodexo – The Silver Fin Building, 455 Union Street, Aberdeen, AB11 6DB

  • £13.63 per hour
  • 37.5 hours per week
  • Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday (rotating shifts between 07:00–15:00, 08:00–16:00, 09:00–17:00)
  • Parking available on site and close by free of charge.

About the role

At Sodexo we are looking for a professional and customer-focused Helpdesk Operator to join the Facilities Team at the Silver Fin Building in Aberdeen. This role is central to delivering an efficient and responsive helpdesk service, supporting both hard and soft services across the site through telephone, email, and front-facing communication channels.

The successful candidate will be responsible for handling incoming calls via MS Teams, logging and allocating requests, and ensuring all client and stakeholder queries are dealt with accurately and in a timely manner. You will play a key role in maintaining service quality, supporting operational teams, and ensuring effective communication across the site.

What you’ll do:

  • Handle incoming calls, emails, and front desk queries via MS Teams and other systems
    • Log, assign, and track helpdesk requests for hard services, soft services, HSE, and business-critical issues
    • Respond to routine client, staff, and supplier enquiries in a professional manner
    • Maintain accurate records and update systems in line with procedures
    • Support meeting room and event bookings using Condeco and related systems
    • Provide administrative support including stationery ordering, reporting, and Microsoft Forms
    • Monitor and progress tasks, carrying out proactive follow-ups and escalation where required
    • Ensure all work is completed in line with agreed processes, SLAs, and escalation procedures
    • Support delivery of health & safety policies and site compliance standards
    • Maintain high levels of customer service across all interactions

What you’ll bring:

  • Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
    • Experience in a helpdesk, customer service, or administrative role preferred
    • Confident communicator with good telephone manner
    • Ability to follow structured procedures and work within defined processes
    • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and system updates
    • Ability to prioritise workload and escalate issues appropriately
    • Team player with a proactive and customer-focused approach

Systems Used: MS Teams, Wando System, Condeco Room Booking System, Microsoft Office Suite, Event Approval Tools

Why Sodexo?

We also offer a range of perks, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

  • 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 Irelands 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

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KEY BENEFITS

  • Advice and guidance

    Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it.
  • Pension Plan

    Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan.
  • Wellbeing support

    Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7.
  • Generous leave

    For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge.
  • Discounts and savings

    Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme
  • Virtual GP

    24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.

Social Impact

Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.

We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.

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