Workshop Administrator (Admin Clerk)

About the role

The Building Company is looking for a Workshop Administrator to keep its Centurion workshop running smoothly. You will handle all administrative, scheduling and paperwork tasks so that technicians can focus on delivering quality work.

Key responsibilities

• Manage day‑to‑day workshop administration, track jobs and stock, and keep compliance and safety records up to date.
• Book jobs, assign technicians and update work orders in the system.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding job status, quotes and collections.
• Monitor tools, parts and consumables, raising purchase orders when stock is low.
• Log job cards, service reports, invoices and orders.
• Maintain safety files, training records and ensure proper use of PPE.
• Generate weekly and monthly reports on job turnaround times, costs and technician productivity.
• Perform system administration using Pastel and Excel.

Required profile

• Matriculation plus an admin diploma or certificate; NQF Level 5 in Office/Admin is a plus.
• 1‑3 years of administrative experience, preferably in a technical or engineering environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for dealing with technicians, managers and suppliers.
• Organised, detail‑oriented and able to juggle multiple tasks under pressure.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets.
• Solid MS Office skills.
• Experience with Pastel accounting software.

What we offer

• Market‑related salary.
• Permanent employment within a growing retail business unit.
• Opportunities for professional development in a hands‑on workshop environment.