Receptionist

Mainfreight; Bayside; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Mainfreight is seeking a friendly and motivated Reception/Administration trainee to join the Banksmeadow Sea freight team. The role focuses on front-desk duties, basic invoicing, and daily administrative support to help keep the office running smoothly.

You will gain exposure to a busy logistics environment, with emphasis on culture, personal development and opportunities to progress within the company.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and adapt to a busy reception environment.
• Polite and friendly manner when answering calls and greeting visitors.
• Desire to succeed and contribute to the team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail in daily tasks.
• Sound work ethic and professional presentation.

Responsibilities

• Reception: answer phones and greet visitors.
• Invoicing and basic financial processing.
• Order office supplies and maintain stock levels.
• Process and distribute uniform orders.
• Provide general administration support to the team.

Skills

Eager to learn

Telephone manners

Career-driven

Attention to detail

Work ethic

Job description

Mainfreight is in the business of global supply chain logistics. Aimed to provide our customers full spectrum in supply chain with Warehousing, Domestic Transport and International Air and Ocean Freight services. With 305 branches and 10,000+ team members across Australia, NZ, the Americas, Asia, and Europe Mainfreight continue to expand its global footprint and work towards our 100-year vision. Our success is attributed to the calibre, dedication, and passion of our team members. Instead of embracing popular corporate conventions, we protect and nurture the unique culture, character and individuality that sets us apart.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We have a position that has become available within our enthusiastic, motivated Banksmeadow Sea freight team. This is an excellent opportunity as a starting point to develop your career through the Mainfreight business.

We are seeking a truly enthusiastic individual to take on the role of Reception/administration. You will possess the drive and commitment to getting the job done.

The ideal candidate is a young person straight out of school looking for a strong business that believes in their people and see them as their greatest asset. Mainfreight places a strong emphasis on culture, personal development and promoting from within.

As part of our 100-Year Vision, we're looking for someone who wants to build a long-term career, bring new ideas to the table and make a meaningful contribution to the future success of our business. will require both strong interpersonal and good time management skills, a commitment to follow up and follow through issues, a positive "can-do" attitude, and good computer skills.

To be successful you will need to possess the following skills and attributes:

Eagerness and enthusiasm to learn

Polite and friendly telephone manners

Desire to succeed

Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Possess a sound work ethic

Well, presented

Your key responsibilities

Reception – answering phones and greeting visitors

Invoicing

Ordering Office supplies & maintaining stock

Ordering and distributing Uniform orders

General administration support

In return for your hard work and dedication you will be rewarded with job security, ongoing personal development and progression opportunities.