Office Manager

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 330,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary commensurate with experience

Full-time on-site position

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Annual leave

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Office Manager to oversee the Richards Bay branch, guiding admin staff, facilities, and day-to-day operations to support the company’s strategic goals.

The role requires 3–5 years in office management or senior admin, strong leadership, budgeting and procurement experience, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. This on-site position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for development.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in an Office Management or senior administrative role.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor administrative staff, assigning tasks and managing performance.
• Oversee office budgets, procurement, and vendor management to ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Develop and implement office policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
• Manage office facilities, ensuring a safe, secure, and organized work environment.
• Coordinate with IT and other departments to ensure seamless office operations.
• Plan and manage office events, meetings, and conferences.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Organizational skills

Budgeting

Procurement

MS Office

Office management software

Tools

Office management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks an experienced and proactive Office Manager to oversee the administrative functions of their Richards Bay branch. This is a key role responsible for ensuring the efficient and effective operation of the office, managing facilities, supervising administrative staff, and implementing office policies and procedures. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership qualities, exceptional organizational skills, and a proven track record in office management. You will play a critical part in fostering a productive work environment and supporting the strategic goals of the company. This position offers a chance to take ownership of the office's operational success.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor administrative staff, assigning tasks and managing performance.
• Oversee office budgets, procurement, and vendor management to ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Develop and implement office policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
• Manage office facilities, ensuring a safe, secure, and organized work environment.
• Coordinate with IT and other departments to ensure seamless office operations.
• Plan and manage office events, meetings, and conferences.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in an Office Management or senior administrative role.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with office management software.
• Strong understanding of budgeting and procurement processes.

Benefits

• Attractive salary commensurate with experience and responsibilities.
• Full-time, on-site position within a growing company in Richards Bay.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership training.