Receptionist - Casual

Summerset Holdings; Warkworth; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Warkworth is seeking a Receptionist to be the first point of contact for visitors. This role involves greeting guests, managing calls and emails, scheduling appointments, and performing administrative tasks. The ideal candidate has strong communication skills and previous experience in reception or customer service. The position is casual and offers a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Social sporting teams and supplier discounts

Qualifications

• Previous experience in reception and customer service roles.
• Ability to prioritize in fast-paced environments.
• Comfortable working independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Greet and direct visitors to ensure a positive impression.
• Manage incoming phone calls and emails.
• Schedule appointments and maintain the office calendar.
• Handle administrative tasks like filing and data entry.
• Maintain a clean and organized reception area.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Customer service skills

Ability to multi-task

Attention to detail

Intermediate computer skills (MS Office)

Job description

Company Description:

You can help bring our villages to life!

At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village, to when our residents call it home, it’s the passion and dedication of our people that brings our villages to life. We are one team united by being part of something bigger – to bring the best of life to our residents.

Job Description:

We are seeking a professional and organized Receptionist to join our team at our Warkworth village. As the first point of contact, you will play a crucial role in creating a welcoming environment for visitors and managing various administrative tasks.

• Greet and direct visitors, ensuring a positive first impression of our organization
• Answer and manage incoming phone calls, emails, and other communications
• Schedule appointments and maintain an up-to-date calendar for the office
• Handle basic administrative tasks, including filing, data entry, and document preparation
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail and packages
• Maintain a clean and organized reception area
• Assist with various office tasks as needed, supporting the team\'s efficiency
• Ensure security protocols are followed, including visitor sign-in procedures

This is a casual role. Working on an as and when basis.

Qualifications:

About you:

You possess strong verbal and written communication skills, complemented by a friendly and professional demeanor that reflects your excellent customer service skills. Preferably, you have previous experience in reception and customer service roles along with the ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively in fast-paced environments. You have a keen eye for detail, and are equally comfortable working independently or collaboratively as part of a team. In addition, you have intermediate computer skills using MS Office suite and email management.

Additional Information:

When you’re part of the Summerset team, you belong to a place where your work has real impact, who you are is fully embraced and where your career flourishes. We know it takes a collective effort to bring a village to life and help it thrive, so Summerset is a place where everyone’s uniqueness and diversity can shine.

Our benefits include:

• An enthusiastic and supportive team that is fun to be part of
• Social sporting teams, and discounts at a range of suppliers plus much more

Next Steps: Applications for this role will close on Wednesday 15th October. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!