Structured work procedures - how to say I like it

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If a job advert said they want someone who is reliable, conscientious and a structured working personality (please forgive the bad formulation, but I hope you get what I mean) what do you write in your covering letter that means this but doesn't literally say this?

I have said responsible but am stuck on how to word the "I'd like to have some mind-numbing routine work that would earn me some money without requiring too much thought, that has a set procedure that I can follow step by step and attempt to not screw up". Any suggestions

How about some phrases like 'enjoy working within established frameworks' or 'methodical approach to work and tasks'. 'Thrive in a structured work (professional?) environment'. 'Appreciate clear methodologies within which to deliver'. Can you tell I've written some job descriptions recently? ;)

Thanks!
Would this opening paragraph put you off...?

The position in your expert team inspires me! I am a xxx and, after a maternity break, am looking to re-enter the professional world as soon as possible. After a chaotic few years, I am seeking the stability of being able to work within an established framework.

(job is for data entry and management in a national database)

No, except the word chaotic. It wouldn't put me off personally as I'd know exactly what you meant as a mum, but is be wary of using it to a stranger. I might think of a phrase like 'a few years required to be extremely flexible and reactive, is now like...' Da da da. Chaotic suggests lack of control which a non-parent may see as a problem (though I'd know it wasn't, iyswim).

I'd like, not is like...

Thanks! I have removed the chaotic, I know what you mean, it's too negative, but couldn't think of anything else at the time.

I wouldn't. It sounds over familiar and chatty. It sounds like you're using it as a stepping stone back to your career.

How about something along the lines of:

"I thrive on opportunities to exceed targets and am most suited to roles where expectations are well defined with clear procedures. I relish the challenge to maximise productivity whilst maintaining impeccable accuracy."