Front Desk & Office Admin Lead — HR Onboarding

Alpha; Durban; On-site; ZAR 156,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpha is seeking a receptionist to warmly welcome visitors and handle a range of admin tasks. You will manage the reception desk, telephone system, and message flow, and support HR/training administration, stock control, and office maintenance.

The role requires clear English communication, a professional telephone manner, and at least three years in reception or admin. You'll work on-site in Durban, with weekend or outside-hours availability as needed.

Qualifications

• Matric required.
• Administration or secretarial certificate or diploma required.
• Qualifications and experience in Human Resources required.
• Three years minimum reception/administration experience desired.
• Excellent English communication skills required.
• Professional telephone manner with energetic approach.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications preferred.
• Canva familiarity advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage front desk and telephone system efficiently.
• Maintain tidy reception area and update display screen with birthdays/anniversaries.
• Answer calls promptly and relay messages via email.
• Coordinate meeting room bookings.
• Welcome and direct visitors and candidates; manage couriers/deliveries.
• Organise staff functions and events.
• Notify security of visitors; liaise with IT to maintain phone system.
• Assist with onboarding and HR/training administration tasks.
• Monitor stock levels and stock takes; replenish amenities.
• Report maintenance issues to supervisor and Building Manager.

Skills

English communication

Telephone etiquette

Office administration

Education

Matric

Administration certificate/diploma

HR qualifications/experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Canva

Job description

Alpha is seeking a receptionist to warmly welcome visitors and handle a range of admin tasks. You will manage the reception desk, telephone system, and message flow, and support HR/training administration, stock control, and office maintenance.

The role requires clear English communication, a professional telephone manner, and at least three years in reception or admin. You'll work on-site in Durban, with weekend or outside-hours availability as needed.