Office Coordinator

First Quantum Minerals LTD; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company is seeking an Office Coordinator in Johannesburg. The role involves managing office administration, vendor relationships, and travel arrangements while ensuring compliance with Health & Safety regulations. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in a similar role and strong organizational skills. This position offers the opportunity to engage in diverse administrative tasks.

Qualifications

• 5+ Years’ experience as an Office Administrator / Office Coordinator.
• 2+ years’ experience working on an ERP system.
• Confidentiality and discretion when dealing with sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Manage incoming and outgoing mail and sort packages.
• Organise meetings and events, including booking and catering.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Excellent organisational skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Fluency in English

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Ability to multitask

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Other relevant administrative qualification

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Job title: Office Coordinator

Job Location: Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline: October 11, 2025

Job Description

Although our production and financial results are the engine that drives our business, it is the depth of capability in our people that will continue to determine First Quantum’s ongoing success. Reporting to the Operations Procurement Manager, the Office Coordinator will be responsible for the general administration of the Johannesburg office, including building access and protocols, coordinating all office maintenance activities, procurement of office supplies, compliance with Health & Safety regulations, vendor relationships, travel and accommodation arrangements, document control, switchboard and office reception.

Key Responsibilities

The Office Coordinator’s general accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

• Office Services: Monitor access to the office, adhering to office protocols (e.g. safety and access control). Receive visitors to the office and make them feel welcome.
• Switchboard: Receive and transfer calls to the appropriate FQM team member, answer questions and provide relevant information.
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail by sorting, distributing and tracking packages.
• Distribute company-wide communications such as announcements and invitations.
• Organise meetings and events, including booking meeting rooms, arranging catering and sending invitations.
• Pro-actively monitor office maintenance issues and submit timely requests for repairs and maintenance to the relevant service providers.
• Follow up on office repairs and maintenance done and escalate to the next level when required, ensuring issues are resolved.
• Monitor consumption and inventory of office consumables and place orders in a timely manner on the ERP system to ensure appropriate stock levels.
• Negotiate rates and maintain and log calls with vendors and service providers.
• Establish and maintain relationships with vendors / service providers.
• Review and evaluate vendors and service providers from a cost vs value perspective. Make recommendations regarding potential alternatives.
• Directly provide the Finance team with the required documentation timeously to process payments to service providers and vendors.
• Oversee the performance of the outsourced cleaning staff and escalate to the service provider / s where necessary to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and thoroughly.
• Conduct induction sessions with new employees or visitors from our various sites by arranging building access, giving a tour of the office and inform them about the basic health & safety regulations.

Health & Safety

• Work with the Health and Safety consultant in maintaining the Health and Safety system.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations.
• Schedule Health & Safety committee meetings and take minutes.
• Coordinate annual Health & Safety audits, evaluations and reports with relevant service providers.
• Communicate relevant Health & Safety issues.

Travel Arrangements

• Create and distribute relevant travel updates, e.g. changes in visa requirements.
• Establish relationships and coordinate with other FQM offices and mine sites (e.g. London and Zambia) regarding travel arrangements.
• Be knowledgeable about company guidelines applying to corporate office employees travelling to sites (e.g. vaccinations, travel arrangements, key contacts, process etc).
• Explore and negotiate preferential rates with hotels (e.g. in JHB and CPT).
• Prepare travel itineraries including accommodation, transfers and flight bookings and car rentals (both local and international) for SA corporate office individuals and any other FQM employees travelling to South Africa for business.
• Create purchase orders, approve relevant invoices and match them accordingly on the ERP system.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
• Other relevant administrative, secretarial or business qualification / courses would be advantageous.

Experience & Technical Skills Required

• 5+ Years’ experience as an Office Administrator / Office Coordinator.
• 2+ years’ experience working on an ERP system.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Fluency in English is a key requirement. Proficiency in other languages preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software, particularly Excel and Word is key.
• Ability to multitask and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Ability to learn new systems quickly.

Behavioural Requirements

• Have a friendly and courteous attitude.
• Proactiveness and ability to take initiative are key requirements.
• Be service-oriented.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, both in person and over the phone.
• Exercise confidentiality and discretion when dealing with sensitive information.
• Work well in a team.

Other Requirements

• Candidates must have the right to work in the applicable region without visa sponsorship.
• Willingness to perform work scope outside of the core responsibilities of the role.
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