Front Desk & Switchboard Specialist

Time Personnel; Germiston; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Time Personnel is seeking a receptionist in Germiston to be the first contact at the Head Office. You will manage the switchboard, greet visitors, take messages, and support general admin tasks with a friendly and professional approach.

You should have Matric / Grade 12 and excellent communication, organisational, and MS Office skills. A multi-line switchboard background is advantageous, and the role requires team collaboration and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Matric/Grade 12 is required.
• Experience in Receptionist, Switchboard, Front Desk or Admin roles preferred.
• Experience operating a multi-line switchboard is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and professional telephone etiquette.
• Organised, detail-oriented and able to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage and operate the nationwide company switchboard and direct calls to departments.
• Greet visitors at Head Office in a friendly and professional manner.
• Take messages and relay accurately when staff are unavailable.
• Maintain a neat, welcoming reception area and assist with general admin.
• Receive mail and parcels, assist with courier arrangements as needed.
• Coordinate meeting room bookings and assist with admin support to Head Office.
• Handle confidential information discreetly and escalate queries appropriately.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Organisational skills

Telephone etiquette

Multitasking

Team player

Education

Matric / Grade 12

Tools

Microsoft Office

Multi-line switchboard

Job description

Time Personnel is seeking a receptionist in Germiston to be the first contact at the Head Office. You will manage the switchboard, greet visitors, take messages, and support general admin tasks with a friendly and professional approach.

You should have Matric / Grade 12 and excellent communication, organisational, and MS Office skills. A multi-line switchboard background is advantageous, and the role requires team collaboration and accuracy.