Receptionist 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

Location:

Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland

Job ID:

R0140171

Date Posted:

2026-08-04

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY HOLDINGS LTD

Profession (Job Category):

Administration & Facilities

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity

In this dynamic role, you will be the first point of contact for visitors, employees, and external partners, helping to create a welcoming and professional environment. You will play an important role in supporting the daily operations of the site while working closely with the Facility Management team. Your strong organizational skills, customer-focused mindset, and positive attitude will contribute to a seamless workplace experience. This position offers a broad range of responsibilities, daily interaction with diverse stakeholders, and the opportunity to further develop your administrative and coordination skills in a collaborative environment. If you enjoy taking initiative, supporting others, and representing an organization with professionalism and warmth, this role could be the perfect next step for you.

How you’ll make an impact

• Welcome and support visitors while providing professional assistance and information

• Manage visitor registration and site access processes

• Provide administrative support to the Facility Management team

• Handle emails, orders, and related documentation

• Coordinate repairs and liaise with external service providers

• Manage meeting rooms and support day-to-day facility operations

• Organize incoming and outgoing mail, office supplies, and facility services

• Conduct regular facility inspections and building walkthroughs

• Support safety, evacuation, and first aid initiatives

Your background

• Completed commercial apprenticeship or equivalent qualification

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Service-oriented mindset with a professional and welcoming approach

• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to represent the company professionally as the first point of contact

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

• Very good German and good English language skills

More about us

We believe that great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual, fostering engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well-being, we create a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

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Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.