Admin Assistant (Construction Site Office)

How2Apply Talent Network
Montague Gardens, Western Cape
Full-time
Posted 1 day ago
Full-time Admin & Office Support
R11 250 – R16 000/month
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Job Description

This security services company in Montague Gardens needs an all-round administrator who can switch from quotes to payroll input without fuss. Bring a calm head on busy days and you'll be fine.

You'll be based at a security services company in Montague Gardens. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps.

What you'll actually do

  • Update the monthly Excel dashboard for the owner or branch manager.
  • Chase outstanding debtors with polite statements and calls.
  • Process purchase orders and follow up with suppliers on delivery dates.
  • Handle the office phone, email and walk-in queries.
  • Manage petty cash and keep slips for the bookkeeper.
  • Load supplier invoices and match them to goods-received notes.
  • Prepare quotes, invoices and credit notes on Sage Business Cloud or Pastel.

Must-haves

  • At least 2 years of general office admin
  • Working knowledge of Sage, Pastel or a similar accounting package
  • Confident talking to suppliers, clients and staff
  • You can handle many small tasks without losing track
  • Matric and an office administration or bookkeeping certificate
  • Good Excel and email skills

Extra points for

  • OHS Act safety file experience for construction roles
  • Dealer management system experience for motor roles

On offer

  • Paid Sage or Pastel courses
  • Stable weekday hours with early Friday finish at some offices
  • Room to grow into an office manager or bookkeeping role
  • Annual bonus depending on business results

How to apply

  1. Make sure the role, the hours and working in Montague Gardens really suit you before you apply.
  2. Keep copies of these ready to send: certified copy of your smart ID card or green ID book, your admin or bookkeeping certificates plus two contactable references.
  3. Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 5 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Montague Gardens; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

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Tips to get shortlisted

  • Keep your CV free of gaps; if you did a short temp contract, add it with dates.
  • Mention the exact accounting package and version (Sage Business Cloud, Pastel Partner) you know.

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Job details
SalaryR11 250 – R16 000/month
Job TypeFull-time
LocationMontague Gardens, Western Cape
CategoryAdmin & Office Support
Experience2+ years
Posted27 October 2026
Closing Date29 November 2026
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