Receptionist & Office Assistant (Engineering Firm)

First impressions at this engineering consultancy in Bloemfontein are your job, from the morning greeting to the last courier. This role rewards consistency more than flash.

This post is Bloemfontein-based, with most of your time spent at an engineering consultancy. Overtime comes up in peak season and is paid.

• Sort incoming post and book couriers for outgoing documents.
• Take clear phone messages and send them by email straight away.
• Type basic letters and update the internal phone list.
• Order stationery and cleaning supplies and check deliveries.
• Book appointments, meeting rooms and boardroom catering.
• Sign visitors in, issue access cards and notify the right person.

• A warm, clear phone manner in English
• Matric
• Well presented, punctual and organised
• Microsoft Word, Outlook and basic Excel
• Discreet with confidential information
• At least 1 year on reception or a front desk

• Safe, secure parking
• Paid study leave for office admin courses
• Normal office hours, Monday to Friday
• Annual bonus (13th cheque) at many practices

• List the phone systems and booking software you have used; practices look for people who need little training.
• Answer the recruiter's call the way you would answer at work: greeting, your name and a smile in your voice.