Receptionist/Admin Assistant

Alinta Energy; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading energy retailer in Melbourne is seeking a part-time receptionist to manage reception duties and support administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will enhance office efficiency and create a welcoming environment. Previous receptionist experience is essential. The organization values a supportive work culture and offers various employee benefits, including energy discounts and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Attractive salary

Energy discounts

On the job training

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience as a receptionist in a corporate setting.
• Excellent attention to detail and time management skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks while staying organized.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of reception duties, greet visitors.
• Assist during peak times with increased visitor activity.
• Coordinate travel bookings and manage meeting room reservations.
• Monitor and manage office supplies, ensuring adequate stock.
• Address inquiries promptly via the office inbox.

Skills

Receptionist experience

Microsoft Office proficiency

Time management skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking ability

Education

Post-secondary education

Administrative and secretarial qualifications

Job description

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• 4 days a week, Monday-Thursday
• Attractive salary | Energy Discounts | On the job training

Alinta Energy is one of Australia’s biggest energy retailers, generators and developers with over 1.1 million customers. Australia’s energy system is undergoing the biggest transformation in its history and we’re right there with it. We’re investing in and developing large-scale renewables and storage projects as part of our ongoing effort to provide our customers with reliable, affordable and sustainable energy.

About the Role

This part-time role is vital to the smooth operation of the Melbourne office. This role works alongside our main receptionist managing reception duties, supporting the Retail and People & Culture teams with administrative tasks, and ensuring efficient office operations. Responsibilities involve creating a welcoming reception experience, providing accurate administrative support, and maintaining a productive work environment. The ideal candidate will enhance office efficiency, support team activities, and uphold a culture of safety and organisation.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We’re a welcoming bunch who put our energy into being the best company we can be. For us, this means shared respect, great communication between teams, acting on our ideas, and looking out for each other’s wellbeing. There are plenty of great perks, from flexible working to a long list of exclusive Alinta benefits.

What You’ll Do

• Take full ownership of reception duties on Mondays, including greeting visitors and maintaining a tidy, welcoming reception area.
• Assist the Melbourne receptionist during peak times, such as Board meetings and Roadshows, to handle increased visitor activity.
• Coordinate travel bookings, manage meeting room reservations, resolve scheduling conflicts and process and reconcile corporate credit card expenses for the Retail and People & Culture teams
• Regularly check and restock printer paper, stationery, and kitchen supplies.
• Monitor and manage the Melbourne Office inbox, promptly addressing inquiries.

Your Experience

• Demonstrated experience as a receptionist in a corporate setting, engaging with all levels of the organisation, including executives
• Good Microsoft Office experience, time management skills and excellent attention to detail
• Ability to multitask while staying extremely organised
• Post-secondary education, administrative and secretarial qualifications are desirable.

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If your application progresses, we will need to complete background and pre-employment checks, such as immigration checks, reference checks, criminal background checks, qualification checks, and additional checks for roles related to finance.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.