Administrative Assistant - Receptionist

NES Fircroft; Dhahran Compound; On-site; SAR 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering staffing provider in Saudi Arabia is seeking a skilled Receptionist. You will serve as the first point of contact, offering administrative support and ensuring excellent customer service. Ideal candidates should have previous experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in receptionist or front office roles is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is essential.
• Professional demeanor and strong communication skills are a must.

Responsibilities

• Greeting and welcoming guests as they arrive.
• Answering, screening, and forwarding phone calls.
• Maintaining a tidy and presentable reception area.

Skills

Proven work experience as a Receptionist

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent organizational skills

Solid written and verbal communication skills

Customer service attitude

Multitasking and time-management skills

Education

High school degree

Certification in Office Management

Job description

As a receptionist, you will be the first point of contact for our company. Our receptionist’s duties include offering administrative support across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Greeting and welcoming guests as soon as they arrive at the office.
• Direct visitors to the appropriate person and office.
• Answer, screen, and forward incoming phone calls.
• Ensure the reception area is tidy and presentable, with all necessary stationery and material (e.g., pens, forms, and brochures).
• Provide basic and accurate information in-person and via phone/email.
• Receive, sort, and distribute daily mail/deliveries.
• Maintain office security by following safety procedures and controlling access via the reception desk (monitor logbook, issue visitor badges).
• Order front office supplies and keep inventory of stock.
• Update calendars and schedule meetings.
• Arrange travel and accommodation and prepare vouchers.
• Keep updated records of office expenses and costs.
• Perform other clerical receptionist duties such as filing, photocopying, and faxing

Requirements

• Proven work experience as a Receptionist, Front Office Representative, or similar role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Professional attitude and appearance.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to be resourceful and proactive when issues arise.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Multitasking and time‑management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Customer service attitude.
• High school degree: additional certification in Office Management is a plus

It is an exciting time to be joining NES Fircroft working with professional, motivated people who have a determination to succeed.

With over 90 years’ combined experience, NES Fircroft is proud to be the world’s leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining, Automotive and Chemicals sectors worldwide with over 100 offices in 45 countries. We provide tailored staffing solutions, sourced from a global talent pool by a dedicated, discipline specific team of consultants. For more information visit: www.nesfircroft.com

Our success is based upon establishing a culture of excellence throughout the organization and putting customer satisfaction at the center of everything we do.