Office Administrator - maternity cover - Umhlanga (56282)

Job title: Office Administrator - maternity cover - Umhlanga
Job type: Full-time
Emp type:
Salary type: ZAR/annum
Location: Umhlanga Ridge
Job published: 18 November 2025
Job ID: 56282

Job Description

Office Administrator - maternity cover - Umhlanga, Durban

Are you an organised, people-focused admin superstar who thrives in a busy office environment? A leading organisation in Umhlanga is looking for a proactive Office Administrator to keep the office running smoothly, support the team, and be the friendly face that welcomes staff and visitors every day.

This role is perfect for someone who takes pride in staying on top of the details, loves making a workplace feel seamless, and enjoys juggling a variety of tasks with ease.

Key Responsibilities

Front Office & Reception

  • Managing the switchboard, taking accurate messages, and assisting visitors
  • Coordinating courier pickups/deliveries
  • Keeping office supplies stocked - groceries, stationery, IT equipment, and more
  • Issuing petty cash when required
  • Managing meeting room bookings, preparation, and guest refreshments
  • Assisting employees with office access (keys, discs, remotes, parking, seating)
  • Ensuring the office is clean, neat, well-maintained, and presentable
  • Overseeing office security and monitoring air-cons
  • Coordinating office functions, lunches, and dinners
  • Providing general support to management where needed

Administration

  • Receiving, date stamping and processing incoming documents
  • Completing credit applications and sending them to clients
  • Sending out FICA documents and handling general admin requests
  • Managing travel bookings: flights, accommodation, transport and visa applications
  • Procuring IT equipment and coordinating setups, support, and maintenance
  • Managing joiner/exit forms with Group HR
  • Supervising the office cleaner/tea lady

Should you meet the required skills please respond to this advert.

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