Receptionist

About the role

• We are looking for a highly organized and customer-focused Receptionist to be the first point of contact for all individuals entering the facility. In this position, you will play a crucial part in ensuring smooth daily operations by providing essential administrative support and facilities coordination.
• You will greet visitors, manage incoming calls, and assist with a variety of administrative tasks, while also supporting the facilities team with coordination duties. By effectively managing these responsibilities, you will help create a welcoming environment for clients, employees, and visitors, contributing to a positive experience and the overall efficiency of the site.

What you will bring

Education and Experience:

• Grade 12 (Secondary School Certificate)
• Additional certifications in office administration or facilities management are an advantage
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in a receptionist, administrative, or customer service role, ideally in a facilities management or corporate environment
• Experience in a client-facing or front-desk role is highly desirable

Skills Required:

• Strong administration skills with attention to detail
• Professional telephone etiquette and communication skills
• Excellent verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact at all management levels
• Proficient in standard office software (Microsoft Office Suite, email, and scheduling software)

Knowledge Required:

• Basic understanding of health and safety protocols, including emergency procedures
• Knowledge of basic facilities management tasks, including handling maintenance requests and coordinating office logistics
• Familiarity with security procedures, visitor registration, access control systems, and confidentiality

Competencies Required:

• Strong communication skills
• High drive and productivity levels
• Customer and quality-focused mindset
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities

What you will be doing

You will be responsible for the following:

Reception and Front Desk Duties

• Greet visitors, employees, and contractors in a professional and welcoming manner
• Manage visitor sign-ins and direct them to the correct location, keeping accurate visitor logs
• Answer and route phone calls to the appropriate departments, taking messages when necessary
• Receive, sort, and distribute mail, packages, and deliveries to the relevant parties

Administrative Support

• Schedule appointments, meetings, and events, ensuring no scheduling conflicts
• Input and update data such as visitor logs, incident reports, and site-related information
• Organize and file documents (both physical and electronic) for easy access and retrieval
• Draft emails, letters, and other documents as required

Facilities Coordination

• Serve as the main point of contact for facility-related issues or maintenance requests
• Oversee meeting room bookings and ensure they are fully equipped with necessary materials and technology
• Monitor and order office supplies, including stationery, printer cartridges, and cleaning materials
• Ensure safety procedures are communicated to visitors and assist with emergency protocols when needed
• Coordinate with third-party contractors, vendors, and suppliers for repairs or installations
• Assist in organizing company events, meetings, or conferences held at the site
• Ensure office equipment (e.g., copiers, printers) is functioning and well-maintained
• Support facilities managers with generating regular reports on building performance and office utilization