Front Desk & Admin Assistant — Fast-Paced Manufacturing

Jonda Sheetmetal Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Jonda Sheetmetal Pty Ltd – Heidelberg West VIC is seeking an Administration Assistant to be the friendly, organised first point of contact and provide essential office support in our busy manufacturing environment. You will handle reception, data entry, filing and record keeping, assist with purchase orders and invoices, and support management and production staff.

Training is provided in a long‑term, family‑owned business with a supportive, team‑focused culture.

Qualifications

• Experience as receptionist or administration assistant preferred.
• Strong communication and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Answering and directing incoming phone calls
• Greeting visitors and customers in a professional and welcoming manner
• General administration including data entry, filing, and record keeping
• Assisting with purchase orders, invoices, and job documentation
• Supporting management and production staff with administrative tasks
• Email correspondence with customers, suppliers, and internal staff
• Maintaining a tidy and organised reception and office area

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Organisational skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Job description

Jonda Sheetmetal Pty Ltd – Heidelberg West VIC

We are seeking a friendly, organised, and reliable Administration Assistant to become an important part of our close-knit team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being the first point of contact and providing administrative support in a busy manufacturing environment.

Key responsibilities

• Answering and directing incoming phone calls
• Greeting visitors and customers in a professional and welcoming manner
• General administration including data entry, filing, and record keeping
• Assisting with purchase orders, invoices, and job documentation
• Supporting management and production staff with administrative tasks
• Email correspondence with customers, suppliers, and internal staff
• Maintaining a tidy and organised reception and office area

About you

• Previous experience as a receptionist or administration assistant is preferred but not essential
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and work well in a hands-on, fast-paced environment
• Friendly, dependable, and a team-focused attitude
• Stable role with a long-established, family-owned business
• Supportive and respectful workplace culture
• Training and guidance provided
• Long-term employment opportunity for the right person

About us

We are a family-owned Sheetmetal manufacturing business based in Heidelberg West, proudly operating for over 40 years. We specialise in both production work and custom fabrication and have built a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and long-term customer relationships. Our team values loyalty, teamwork, and a supportive working environment.

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