Company Information

VolkerRail is an established and experienced railway infrastructure contractor. We have a successful track record of delivering projects across the whole of the UK; working with Network Rail, London Underground as well as light rail and tram operating companies to enhance the national infrastructure.

As one of the UKs oldest railway contractors, with a history dating back over 80 years, we are passionate about the preservation and development of the railways. Our years of experience and continued company growth have earned us a reputation within the industry for high performance and innovation, and as a company focussed on timely and efficient delivery.

The East West Rail Alliance is a "pure" alliance consisting of three Non-Owner Participants (NOPs); VolkerRail, Atkins Global, Laing O'Rourke and the Owner Participant (OP), Network Rail.

East West Rail (EWR) phase 2 is a £1 billion programme and one of the most prestigious projects in the UK Infrastructure pipeline. It will provide a strategic route linking key centres of economic activity between Oxford, Milton Keynes, Aylesbury and Bedford.

The Role

An opportunity has arisen for a Receptionist/Administrator to join VolkerRail working within the East West Rail Alliance team.

Job Summary

As Receptionist/Administrator, you will be the first point of contact for the office and to manage visitors, day to day meetings and support with the daily running of the 2B construction office.

Key duties will include:

• Responsible for greeting visitors and managing the signing in process whilst ensuring everyone has read and understood the visitor's safety and induction process
• First point of contact
• Daily management of meeting rooms - manage the booking of meeting rooms and display the schedule of each meeting room daily
• Assist with onboarding process with new staff, including issue of information in advance of start, booking in inductions, ordering PPE and ITT equipment, etc
• Tracking incoming and outgoing post and distributing around the office
• Reporting maintenance issues to Office Administrator
• Problem solving on a daily basis
• Security within the office - issuing lanyards, ensuring they are visible, and visitors taken care of by host
• Managing keys, for Comms room, stationary
• Receiving and signing for all deliveries.
• Project Directory - maintain EWR directory and internal contacts list
• Support Office Admin with ad-hoc tasks when required

Job Requirements

The successful candidate will have the following experience/skill set:

Expected:

• Proven work experience as a Receptionist, Front Office Representative or similar role
• Hands-on experience with office equipment (e.g. printers)
• Professional attitude and appearance
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to be resourceful and proactive when issues arise
• Excellent organizational skills
• Multitasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks
• Customer service attitude
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Other

VolkerRail offers a competitive salary and attractive benefits.

Location

Bletchley, Buckinghamshire.