Receptionist

Mdalisu Investments Pty; Durban; On-site; ZAR 167,400 - 245,520; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Friendly, supportive work culture

Opportunity to grow into Office Administration or HR roles

Monday–Friday working hours

Job summary

A local company in Durban is seeking a friendly Receptionist to be the first point of contact. The ideal candidate will manage front-desk operations, greet visitors, handle calls, and provide administrative support. Requirements include matric or equivalent, prior experience in reception or administration, proficiency in MS Office, and excellent communication skills. The company offers a competitive salary, supportive work culture, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in reception, administration, or customer service.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking ability.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and assist visitors professionally.
• Answer and direct phone calls and emails.
• Manage meeting room bookings and office schedules.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking ability

Interpersonal skills

Education

Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Location: Durban
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

We’re seeking a friendly and well-presented Receptionist to serve as the primary point of contact for our company. You’ll manage front-desk operations, greet visitors, handle calls, and provide administrative support to ensure smooth daily operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Welcome and professionally assist visitors.
• Answer and direct phone calls and emails.
• Manage meeting room bookings and office schedules.
• Handle deliveries, incoming/outgoing mail, and courier services.
• Provide basic administrative support to HR, Finance, or Operations teams.
• Maintain a clean and organized reception area.

Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent.
• Previous experience in reception, administration, or customer service.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking ability.

Preferred (Nice-to-Haves)

• Experience in a corporate or agency environment.
• Familiarity with office equipment (printers, switchboard systems).
• Professional telephone etiquette.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Friendly, supportive work culture.
• Opportunity to grow into Office Administration or HR roles.
• Monday–Friday working hours.