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Divisional Secretary (Engineering)

How2Apply Talent Network

Montague Gardens, Western Cape

Full-time

Posted 1 hour ago

Full-time Admin & Office Support

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Job Description

At this engineering group in Montague Gardens, you'll be the person who knows where everything and everyone is. Bring a calm head on busy days and you'll be fine.

You'll be based at an engineering group in Montague Gardens. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps.

What your day looks like

Draft letters, reports and presentations in the house style.
Screen calls and emails and deal with what does not need the boss.
Type court papers and manage trial dates for litigation roles.
Coordinate with other PAs to find meeting slots across diaries.
Prepare expense claims and reconcile the company credit card.

Must-haves

Matric plus a secretarial, office admin or PA diploma
At least 4 years supporting a senior manager or director
Discreet with board, salary and legal information
Advanced Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Excellent written English and polished emails
Calm when plans change at the last minute

Nice if you have

A driver's licence for errands
Afrikaans or another second language for client work

On offer

13th cheque and performance bonus
Hybrid days once settled in
Medical aid and provident fund

How to apply for this job

Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
Keep copies of these ready to send: a CV naming the level of executives you supported, two references from executives you worked for plus a recently certified ID copy (within 3 months).
Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
Watch for a call or WhatsApp from How2Apply over the next 7 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.

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

How to stand out

Expect practical tests on Word formatting, Excel and minute-taking, so brush up on styles and tables first.
Mention a problem you solved before your boss knew about it; that story wins PA interviews.