Your new company
We are working with a well-regarded Federal Government Department, who are looking to hire a full time receptionist and administrator for a short term contract. This role will be based in the Sydney, CBD.
Due to the role being within Federal Government, Australian Citizenship is required.
If you have previous receptionist or front of house experience, and this sounds like a suitable position for you, please reach out today using the email address below.
Your new role
The successful candidate will be reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and duties will include:
- Answer incoming telephone calls on the switchboard and direct calls to the appropriate area.
- Monitor reception mailbox and action emails.
- Greet clients/contractors/visitors and advise staff of their arrival.
- Assist with mail and courier services.
- Provide general administrative support (services, repairs and maintenance) through the Commission's 'admin help' service and liaise with suppliers and contractors as required.
- Diary management and management of meeting rooms.
- Maintenance of internal tenancy security (issuing staff access passes and registering visitors).
- Provide assistance to the Chief Operating Officer and Corporate Services team as required.
What you'll need to succeed
- Experience as an Office Administrator and Receptionist or similar role
- Highly professional in manner and presentation
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Well-organised with the ability to multitask
- Knowledge in office management procedure
- Proficient in a variety of computer software applications including MS Office Suite
- Excellent customer service skills
- 2 reference checks including from your most recent supervisor
What you'll get in return
- Contract 26 August 2024 to 4 October 2024
- 7 hours 21 minutes per day Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 4.51pm
- Opportunity to work within a Federal Government department.
- $44ph - $49ph + super
- Close to public transport links
What you need to do now
Lucille Kilshaw
T: 02 8226 9***
E: ***************@hays.com.au
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