Drax
Drax is seeking a Project Coordinator for its Physical and Cyber Security team, offering a flexible, hybrid working environment. The role involves supporting a variety of security-related projects, ensuring effective planning, reporting, and stakeholder alignment. Candidates should have experience in project coordination, particularly in governance and risk management, and familiarity with project management tools like Microsoft Projects and Azure DevOps. Drax offers a competitive salary, annual leave, medical insurance, and a pension scheme, while promoting an inclusive workplace. Interested candidates can apply through the Drax website.
Project
Coordinator – Security
Permanent,
full time
Flexible
location – London, Selby, Glasgow or Ipswich
Hybrid
working
Closing date: Monday 18th August 2025
Are you a
Project or PMO Coordinator looking for a new challenge? We’re now recruiting a
newly established opportunity for a Project Coordinator in the Physical
& Cyber Security team at Drax.
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
This role is a
great opportunity to work across a variety of projects within our Security
function at Drax, as well as supporting projects from across the wider business
which require Security input. You’ll play a key role in project delivery by
ensuring effective planning, reporting and stakeholder alignment.
You’ll ensure that
timelines and deliverables are met through the effective coordination of
projects. The role will involve supporting stakeholders with documentation,
reporting and project tracking, as well as maintaining project plans, risk logs
and issue trackers.
With a strong focus on security project governance, you’ll assist in developing
and maintaining templates, guidelines and best practices for project delivery.
You’ll also support assurance activities including project audits and
compliance checks.
The role will
involve supporting resource management by tracking allocations, utilisation and
availability. You’ll also assist in tracking project budgets, forecasts and
expenditures in collaboration with finance teams.
Stakeholder
management is a key part of this role. You’ll act as a point of contact for
project teams, security leads and wider business stakeholders and facilitate
communication between teams to ensure project alignment.
Who we’re
looking for
You’ll need
previous experience working in a Project or PMO environment at a coordinator
level. Specifically, you’ll demonstrate experience with governance, compliance
and risk management activities as well as scheduling activities and managing
project budgets.
Previous
experience working on security, IT or technology project is highly beneficial
but not essential.
Demonstrating
proficiency in project management tools such as Microsoft Projects and Azure
DevOps, you’ll also have a breadth of experience across project management
methodologies including Prince2, Agile and Waterfall approaches.
Strong written
and verbal communication skills are essential. You’ll also demonstrate
excellent organisational, analytical and report writing skills.
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
– 7.5% 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
Think this role’s for you? Click the ‘Apply now’ button to begin your Drax
journey.
If you want to find out more about Drax, check out our LinkedIn page to see our
latest news.
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