Administrative

Administration Assistant

AECI Limited·KwaZulu-Natal, south-africa·Full Time·Onsite
AdministrativeFull TimeOnsite
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Role Purpose

  • The purpose of the role is to manage the front desk and provide efficient administrative support to ensure smooth daily office operations and a professional first point of contact for customers and visitors.

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Manage the reception area and ensure a professional and welcoming environment.
  • Answer, screen and direct incoming telephone calls.
  • Order stationery and liaise with service providers.
  • Perform general administrative duties
  • Coordinate deliveries, couriers and office supplies
  • Support event co-ordination and meeting refreshments
  • Timeously generate requisitions and receipt all purchased order on the ERP system
  • Follow up on account queries and provide supporting documentation where required.
  • Provide administrative support to management and various departments.
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation.
  • Stand-in duties for Storeman and Production Clerk

Qualifications and Experience

  • Matric / Grade 12
  • Minimum 3 years' experience in reception, office administration or a similar role.
  • Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Experience in ERP system
  • Excellent telephone etiquette and customer excellence

Competencies (skills, knowledge and characteristics)

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Time Management
  • Ability to prioritise and multitask
  • Reliable and responsible

Key skills

Matric

At a glance

Company

AECI Limited

Location

KwaZulu-Natal, south-africa

Employment

Full Time

Experience

Valid until

Not specified

Created

September 30, 2026

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