At a Glance
- Tasks: Be the friendly face of our office, welcoming guests and supporting daily operations.
- Company: Join BAM, a leading construction company committed to building a sustainable future.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, private healthcare, generous holiday, and personal development opportunities.
- Other info: 12-month contract with full-time or part-time options available.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic environment while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Good IT skills, communication abilities, and a positive, team-oriented attitude.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 32450 £ per year.
BAM UK & Ireland's Infrastructure segment are looking to recruit a friendly and polite Receptionist for our Finstown office. You will ensure efficient day to day running of the office along with supporting managers and employees through a variety of tasks ensuring that all duties are completed accurately and delivered with high quality and in a timely manner.
Location: Finstown, Orkney, Scotland
Contract: 12-month fixed term, 42.5 hours a week or Part Time option also
As a Receptionist, you will initially be responsible for the following:
- To be the first point of contact for our project office in Finstown
- Greet and welcome guests as soon as they arrive at the office
- Direct visitors to the appropriate person and office
- Ensure reception area is tidy and presentable
- Provide basic and accurate information in-person and via phone/email
- Receive, sort, and distribute daily mail/deliveries
- Maintain office security by arranging and allocating access passes to full time staff and monitoring visitors to the office
- Onboarding for induction through M-Site, managing access and updated records and filing of any paperwork records.
- Update notice boards, comms screens with relevant information
- Management of meeting room booking system
- Ensure meeting rooms are kept tidy and presentable
- Support project teams and support staff with travel and accommodation bookings
- Perform other clerical receptionist duties such as filing, photocopying, minutes
- Any other administrative duties as required
What do you bring to the role?
- General administration experience with good IT skills (proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, Powerpoint, Word, Excel)
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal
- Excellent organisation with strong attention to detail ensuring records are maintained
- Ability to prioritise effectively
- Enthusiastic and out-going personality
- Good interpersonal skills - must be a team player
- Able to have a full-time presence in the Finstown office
- Previous Front of House and Office administration Experience would be desirable
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive salary
- A wide range of family-friendly policies
- 8 % matched pension contributions
- Private healthcare
- Life assurance
- 26 days holiday
- 2 wellbeing days
- 1 volunteering day
- Personal and professional development
BAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at anytime you feel you may need any reasonable adjustments, do not hesitate to speak with one of our team, and we will do our best to support you.
Receptionist (12-month fixed term contract) employer: Royal BAM Group
BAM UK & Ireland is an exceptional employer, offering a welcoming and inclusive work environment in the picturesque setting of Finstown, Orkney. As a Receptionist, you will enjoy competitive salary packages, generous holiday allowances, and a strong focus on personal and professional development, all while being part of a team that values diversity and sustainability. With family-friendly policies and a commitment to employee wellbeing, BAM ensures that every team member feels valued and supported in their role.
