Front of House Receptionist
Fixed term contract until March 2027
Part time (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday)
Drax Power Station, Selby
Closing date: Monday 11th August 2025
Who we are
We’re not just talking about making a difference, we’re making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals.
You’ll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions. We’re enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.
About The Role
We’re now recruiting a Front of House Receptionist on a fixed term contract until March 2027. This is a part time role covering Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday each week. Typical hours are 8.30am – 4.45pm each day.
Working as part of a small and friendly team, you’ll be responsible for proactively managing the reception area at Drax Power Station. The role will involve ensuring that all visitors are greeted warmly and professionally, answering phone calls promptly and redirecting where necessary, as well as ensuring that communal areas like meetings rooms and kitchen areas are maintained throughout the day.
Responsibilities will include office administration such as printing, organising courier collections and ordering office supplies. You’ll also manage taxi bookings for visitors and colleagues, as well as the booking of all site pool cars.
Who We’re Looking For
To be successful in this role, you’ll have previous experience working in a busy reception environment. You’ll thrive by helping others and have a strong focus on delivering excellent customer experience.
This role requires strong communication skills and confidence providing support to both internal and external visitors on site. You’ll be proactive, with good planning and time management skills.
You’ll also be skilled using Microsoft Office applications, and we’ll support with training for other software used at Drax.
Rewards And Benefits
As you help us to shape the future, we’ve shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive and support your lifestyle:
- Competitive salary
- 5% on-target discretionary group performance-based bonus
- 25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays)
- Single cover private medical insurance
- Pension scheme
We’re committed to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing what’s right for the future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations to come.
Together, we make it happen.
At Drax, we’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background. Find out more about our approach here.
How To Apply
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