Relief Receptionist (Temp Pool)

How2Apply Talent Network
Tzaneen, Limpopo
Temporary
Posted 2 hours ago
Temporary Admin & Office Support
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Job Description

You'll be the first voice and face of an estate agency in Tzaneen. It's a practical job: you'll see what you got done before you go home.

Home base is an estate agency on the Tzaneen side of Limpopo. Hours are mostly Monday to Friday, with the odd Saturday in busy months.

The work, day to day

  • Order stationery and cleaning supplies and check deliveries.
  • Check patients in, verify medical aid details and collect co-payments.
  • Take clear phone messages and send them by email straight away.
  • Answer and transfer calls on a multi-line switchboard within three rings.
  • Keep the reception area neat and the coffee station stocked.
  • Type basic letters and update the internal phone list.
  • Keep visitor and client details private under POPIA.

Must-haves

  • Discreet with confidential information
  • Microsoft Word, Outlook and basic Excel
  • Well presented, punctual and organised
  • Matric
  • You can juggle a ringing phone and a waiting visitor at once

What's in it for you

  • Normal office hours, Monday to Friday
  • Annual bonus (13th cheque) at many practices
  • Safe, secure parking

Applying, step by step

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: your typing or admin certificate, if any plus a neat CV with two references.
  3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 7 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Tzaneen; 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

  • 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.

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeTemporary
LocationTzaneen, Limpopo
CategoryAdmin & Office Support
Experience1+ years
Posted25 October 2026
Closing Date2 December 2026
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