Work-Force
An opportunity has arisen for a Executive Assistant in Hermanus. Suitably qualified candidates from across Western Cape are invited to apply.
About the Opportunity
This Executive Assistant role sits within the administration jobs function in Hermanus. It offers a defined scope, clear measures of success, and the support of an experienced team across Western Cape.
The organisation keeps reporting lines clean and expectations realistic. Performance is measured against a small, agreed set of metrics, and there are no surprise yardsticks for the Executive Assistant taking on this position.
Tools, systems and information are there to support the role rather than slow it down. The company continues to invest in the technology that backs its Hermanus teams, and the new Executive Assistant will feel that from the first week.
Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the Executive Assistant to step into the administration jobs workflow quickly. Institutional knowledge is well-organised, so people are not reinventing the wheel from one week to the next.
Growing With Us
Career progression for this administration jobs role in Hermanus depends on the hiring organisation’s policies, role requirements and business needs in Western Cape.
Notably, internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Hermanus have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Western Cape.
Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.
Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Hermanus team member.
Meet the Team
Equally, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Hermanus office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when Western Cape operations get busy.
Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
Equally, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Hermanus will be explained during the hiring process.
About Hermanus
Beyond that, the role is based in Hermanus, within reach of Century City. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Hermanus and the broader Western Cape region.
Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Hermanus.
Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Hermanus, Western Cape.
Many candidates already living within reach of Hermanus cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Western Cape economy.
Our Commitment to Transformation
Inclusive recruitment is part of the organisation’s employment practices. Applicants are assessed on relevant qualifications, skills and experience for this role in Hermanus.
On top of that, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for Western Cape.
On top of that, inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Hermanus.
B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.
Key Outputs
- Prepare meeting packs, agendas and minutes for internal forums
- Maintain a tidy, professional reception and meeting-room environment
- Manage diaries, meetings and travel logistics for the leadership team
- Capture data accurately into internal systems and registers
- File, scan and archive documents in line with retention policies
- Provide administrative support to projects and special initiatives
- Track and report on departmental KPIs through standard templates
Who We’re Looking For
- Matric / National Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
- Experience supporting senior managers is an advantage
- Contactable references may be requested during the hiring process
- Comfortable working with finance, HR and operational systems
- Reliable, punctual and committed to high service standards
Each application is reviewed carefully, and strong matches against the criteria above will move forward in the process.