Administrative Assistant to Operations

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Health and wellness programs

Training and development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Administrative Assistant to Operations in Nelspruit to support the busy operations team. The role involves managing schedules, coordinating logistics, maintaining records, and facilitating cross-department communication.

The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, with strong communication skills and the ability to multitask in a dynamic environment. A hybrid work arrangement is offered along with health benefits and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an administrative support role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the operations department, managing schedules and coordinating meetings.
• Prepare, review, and distribute operational documents, reports, and correspondence.
• Maintain accurate and organized records of operational activities, including logs and inventory.
• Coordinate logistics for operational activities, including travel arrangements and equipment scheduling.
• Act as a liaison between the operations team and other departments, ensuring effective communication.
• Assist with data entry and the management of operational databases.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office

Inventory management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and diligent Administrative Assistant to Operations to support their busy operational team in Nelspruit . This role is essential for ensuring the smooth execution of daily operations by managing schedules, coordinating logistics, maintaining records, and facilitating communication between different departments. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, and possess excellent communication skills, with a strong ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the operations department, managing schedules and coordinating meetings.
• Prepare, review, and distribute operational documents, reports, and correspondence.
• Maintain accurate and organized records of operational activities, including logs and inventory.
• Coordinate logistics for operational activities, including travel arrangements and equipment scheduling.
• Act as a liaison between the operations team and other departments, ensuring effective communication.
• Assist with data entry and the management of operational databases.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an administrative support role, preferably within an operations or logistics environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with inventory management systems or operational software is an advantage.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement for a better work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
• Continuous training and development opportunities.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment in Nelspruit .