Reception and Facilities Attendant
Orbex Space
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See open jobs at Orbex Space.See open jobs similar to "Reception and Facilities Attendant" Octopus Ventures.You will join our Office Management team supporting with general reception and administrative tasks as well as picking up basic cleaning and maintenance duties as needed.
This dual-role position requires someone who is organized, friendly, and proactive, with the ability to manage a variety of tasks efficiently.
More Details:
Position: 6-month Fixed Term Contract
Working hours: 22.5 hrs a week
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Hours: 9:00 - 13:30
Orbex
Orbex is a leading micro-launch company with our Prime vehicle being prepared to launch from our home spaceport, Space Hub Sutherland. We are well placed to be one of the first operational micro-launch companies in Europe with over €122m of project financing secured, a number of customers signed up, our launch licence application submitted, and backing from organisations including UKSA and ESA.
We are a rapidly growing company with staff located between our production and test facilities in Forres, Scotland and Copenhagen, Denmark. Working on cutting-edge advances in rocket fuel technology, Prime’s carbon footprint is up to 96% lower than comparable vehicles, leading to innovations in propulsion and tank structures. A state-of-the-art re-flight system means we can recover and reuse our technology, and innovations in separation mechanisms mean we leave no debris in space.
Having developed in-house production capability, we can 3D print complex engines, produce full-scale carbon composite fuel tanks, and have avionics and software testing labs in both Scotland and Denmark.
Based in Copenhagen, you will be right in the heart of this fast-paced cutting-edge company, using your skills to build a new launch vehicle for a buoyant commercial market.Orbex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is working towards a more diverse workforce in the aerospace industry.
The Position
At the Reception your duties will include following tasks and responsibilities:
- Welcome visitors, clients, guests. Assist with their needs, resolving any issues or directing them to the appropriate person.
- Answer incoming calls and take messages when necessary.
- Keep an eye on the office meeting rooms calendar, and help with scheduling appointment
- Assist with basic clerical tasks such as filing, photocopying, laminating, etc.
- Handle incoming and outgoing post, emails, and deliveries.
- Schedule, coordinate and manage appointments or meetings related to office like cleaning companies, VVS, alarm services, etc.
- Empty trash bins, replace liners, and ensure waste is disposed of properly
- Maintain recycling procedures as per office guidelines
- Monitor cleaning/office/PPE supplies and report when new supplies are needed
- Refill soap dispensers, paper towels, and other hygiene products as required
- Ensure the kitchen and break room areas remain clean and tidy, including wiping down countertops, cleaning appliances (e.g., microwave, coffee machine), and ensuring dishes are washed and stored where necessary – instructing users to properly maintain the areas.
We are generally looking for a person that will match our team dynamics, communicates well and is able to pick up things intuitively.
Previous experience is not necessary, and we are looking for someone who will have strong:
- Time Management - to efficiently balance time between receptionist duties and facility tasks, ensuring both areas are well-maintained and managed
- Prioritisation skills to effectively organise tasks based on the immediate needs of the office, such as greeting visitors or cleaning high-traffic areas
- Communication to communicate with management about any additional help needed to maintain both the front desk and cleaning duties effectively
Personality
Orbex is a high-paced, startup culture where you will be encouraged to assume responsibility for tasks and see them through.
It is imperative that you take initiative, communicate openly and can collaborate with technical and non technical team members.
You must be able to thrive in an international, diverse and multicultural environment.
Location
This role is based in Copenhagen at Orbex’s Danish propulsion engineering and manufacturing site with significant time expected at our test site in Faxe.
You will be spending time both at the factory and our nearby rocket engine testing site, with occasional travel to our main factory, test and launch sites in Scotland.
Copenhagen is one of Europe's most modern and aesthetically interesting cities. It is regarded as being one of the most livable cities in the world, with a strong reputation for being clean, green and sustainable.
With a huge, active waterfront and a lively social scene, Copenhagen offers a wide range of social activities and leisure opportunities, all with a uniquely Scandinavian flair. Activities include cycling and sailing, and the centre of the city is famed for its cultural highlights.
Security
You must be a UK or European citizen, or from a country that is a signatory to the MTCR convention.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Share Options in the company so you will really benefit from your hard work as the
- company grows and is successful
- 34 days paid holiday including bank and public holidays
- NEST workplace pension
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Group Life Insurance
- Independent supporting services including: mortgage advice and health and wellbeing apps
This job is no longer accepting applications
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