Receptionist Role at The Barloworld Equipment | Apply now!

JOB DETAILS

🏢 Company: Barloworld Equipment
📍 Address & Location: Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
💼 Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
🆔 Job Title: Receptionist
🕒 Employment Type: On-site

🏢 COMPANY OVERVIEW

Barloworld Equipment is a leading distributor of earthmoving and construction equipment, power systems, and related services across Southern Africa. As part of the global Barloworld Group, the company is known for operational excellence, strong governance, and a customer-centric approach across all business units.

🧾 JOB OVERVIEW

Barloworld Equipment is seeking a professional and service-oriented Receptionist to manage front-desk operations at its Richards Bay site.

This role serves as the first point of contact for visitors and callers, ensuring efficient switchboard management, administrative support, and a welcoming reception environment.

🧭 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Respond professionally to all internal and external calls via the switchboard

• Welcome and attend to visitors in a warm and professional manner

• Manage incoming calls and route queries accurately

• Perform general administrative duties and reception tasks

• Support administrative staff with overflow work such as data capturing and research

• Maintain professional conduct and reception standards

• Demonstrate strong self-management and accountability for performance

🎓 QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Grade 12 (Matric)

• Tertiary qualification (advantageous)

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a receptionist or administrative role

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Professional telephone etiquette

• Sound Microsoft Office knowledge

• Customer service orientation

• Attention to detail and sound judgement

• Ability to work under pressure and manage stress

• Finance, Procurement, or SAP knowledge (advantageous)

📄 CV TIPS

• Clearly state your reception or administrative experience

• Highlight switchboard handling and customer service skills

• Mention Microsoft Office proficiency

• Keep your CV professional, concise, and error-free

• Include references where possible

🎁 BENEFITS

• Full-time employment with a reputable global organisation

• Exposure to a structured corporate environment

• Opportunity to develop administrative and customer service skills

• Supportive and professional workplace culture

• Career growth within the Barloworld Group

📜 COMPANY POLICY

Barloworld Equipment is committed to Employment Equity and diversity. All appointments are made in line with company policies and applicable legislation. Preference may be given to suitably qualified candidates in support of transformation objectives.