Receptionist / Administrative Assistant

About the role

Our client in Germiston is looking for a professional, well-presented Receptionist/Administrative Assistant to manage the front desk and provide general administrative support to ensure smooth daily operations.

Key responsibilities

• Answer and direct calls on the company switchboard, taking accurate messages.
• Greet, assist and guide visitors, ensuring a professional reception area.
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail, parcels and courier services.
• Perform secretarial duties including filing, document preparation and general office administration.
• Support the sales team with administrative tasks, quotations and invoicing.
• Enter and process invoices in the ERP system and maintain Excel spreadsheets regularly.
• Arrange refreshments for visitors when required.

Required profile

• Matric (Grade 12) qualification; a secretarial or administrative certificate is a plus.
• Previous experience in a receptionist, front-desk or administrative role.
• Reliable transport to the workplace.
• Professional appearance and strong interpersonal skills.
• Eager to learn with a positive attitude.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook.
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint.