Receptionist

Compass Group Pty Limited; Canberra; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group Pty Limited seeks an experienced Receptionist to support the Australian Defence Force at RMC Duntroon. You will provide professional, polite, efficient reception services and collaborate with site management teams.

The role requires strong communication, impeccable presentation, confidential handling of information and the ability to obtain a National Police Check and Defence clearance. Australian citizenship is mandatory, with rewarding career prospects and stable hours.

Qualifications

• Experience in a reception or client service role.
• Excellent communication skills with a professional demeanour.
• Impeccable personal presentation and grooming.
• Strong time management and organisational abilities.
• Discreet, ethical and committed to confidentiality.
• Ability to obtain national police check and Defence clearance.
• Australian citizenship is a mandatory requirement.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and manage front desk inquiries professionally.
• Answer and direct incoming calls and general inquiries.
• Handle incoming/outgoing mail securely and accurately.
• Order and manage office, kitchen, and stationery supplies.
• Maintain a clean, presentable reception area.
• Maintain filing systems and records with accuracy.
• Complete monthly reporting, including invoicing and occupancy.
• Support Office Management and wider team with admin tasks.
• Conduct final apartment inspections and document damages.
• Maintain inspection records and reports.
• Manage keys, swipe fobs and issue key packs with records.
• Assist with ad hoc duties as required.

Skills

Reception experience

Communication skills

Personal presentation

Time management

Confidentiality

National Police Check

Defence clearance

Australian citizenship

Job description

• Permanent (Full Time).
• Stable Hours.
• Rewarding Role.

We’reseekingdedicated Receptionist to join our team supporting the Australian Defence Force through our ESS business at RMC Duntroon.This role plays a key part who will be responsible for providing a professional, polite and efficient reception service. while working closely with site management teams.

Job Requirements:

• Greet visitors and manage front desk enquiries professionally.
• Answer and direct incoming calls and general enquiries.
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail securely.
• Order and manage office, kitchen, and stationery supplies.
• Maintain a clean and presentable reception area.
• Maintain accurate filing systems and records.
• Complete monthly reporting, including invoicing and occupancy.
• Update and maintain administrative processes and procedures.
• Provide administrative support to Office Management and the wider team.
• Conduct final apartment inspections and document damages.
• Maintain inspection records and reports.
• Manage keys, swipe fobs, and issue key packs with accurate records.
• Assist with ad hoc duties as required.

What we are looking for:

• Experienced in a comparable reception/client service environment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Impeccable personal presentation.
• Exceptional time management and organisational skills.
• Discreet, ethical and committed to maintaining a high degree of confidentiality.
• Ability to obtain andmaintaina National Police Check and Defence clearance.
• Australian Citizenship is a mandatory requirement for this position.

Why join us?

• Be part of a national organisation supporting the Australian Defence Force.
• Job security with a global leader in facilities and hospitality services.
• Supportive team culture and great workplace benefits.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.

ESS delivers the best hospitality and support services to remote and Defence sites across Australia. From mess halls to accommodation and recreation facilities, our teams keep Defence communities running smoothly every day.