Receptionist (30 Hours Per Week)

Ashton Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our client for two Receptionists to join a busy, secure manufacturing and engineering site in Castlereagh. The successful candidates are expected to start at the end of September 2026, subject to completion of the required security clearance and pre-employment screening.

Job title: Receptionist

Job Type: Temporary - Permanent

Hours of work: 30 Hours per Week Monday - Friday 07:00-19:00

Salary: £15.00 per Hour

Location: Castlereagh, Belfast

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous reception, administration or customer service experience who enjoys working with people and delivering a professional front-of-house service. As the first point of contact for employees, contractors, visitors and delivery drivers, you'll play an important role in the smooth day-to-day operation of the site.

You’ll provide a welcoming and efficient reception service while supporting the wider facilities team with a range of administrative and front-of-house duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Welcome visitors, contractors and employees to the site.
• Manage visitor registration, access passes and security procedures.
• Answer, screen and transfer incoming telephone calls.
• Respond to general enquiries professionally and efficiently.
• Coordinate meeting room bookings where required.
• Receive and distribute post, deliveries and courier packages.
• Maintain reception and visitor areas to a high standard.
• Provide general administrative support.
• Ensure all reception activities comply with site security, health & safety and company procedures.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is friendly, organised and enjoys providing excellent customer service.

You’ll have:

• Previous experience in a receptionist, administration or customer service role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A professional and approachable manner.
• Strong organisational skills with good attention to detail.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• The ability to prioritise work and remain calm in a busy environment.
• A proactive, reliable and customer-focused attitude.

Experience working within a manufacturing, industrial or secure site would be beneficial, although not essential.

Security Clearance

Due to the nature of this role, successful applicants will be required to complete:

• Access NI Clearance
• BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) Screening

Employment will be subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks.

What’s on Offer

• Permanent opportunity with a respected facilities management provider.
• Competitive hourly rate of £15.00.
• Supportive working environment.
• Full training provided.
• Opportunity to work within a secure manufacturing and engineering site.

Ashton Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Business.