Work-Force
A vacancy has been confirmed for a Office Administrator based in Aliwal North, Eastern Cape. The successful candidate will join an established team within the administration jobs function.
About This Position
An experienced Office Administrator is needed to support operations in Aliwal North. The role forms part of how the business keeps its administration jobs portfolio strong in Eastern Cape.
The successful applicant is given the room to plan, deliver and review their work without unnecessary noise. The organisation has built its Aliwal North team on trust, and the Office Administrator role will feel that from week one.
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 Aliwal North teams, and the new Office Administrator will feel that from the first week.
Diversity and Inclusion
Equally, the organisation is committed to fair, merit-based recruitment and equal opportunity. Applications are assessed against the published role requirements in line with applicable employment law.
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.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Aliwal North.
Meet the Team
You will join a tight-knit, collaborative team that knows the administration jobs side of the business inside out. The Aliwal North group is a healthy mix of experienced operators and newer joiners, all of whom share a strong commitment to delivery and to one another.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
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.
Where You’ll Work
In addition, the environment is professional and structured. Expect a calm, well-organised office, a steady flow of support requests, and a strong culture of confidentiality.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Aliwal North site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Notably, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.
Your Role
- Process invoices, requisitions and expense claims for approval
- Prepare meeting packs, agendas and minutes for internal forums
- Handle confidential information with discretion and in line with POPIA
- Coordinate office supplies, courier bookings and facilities requests
- Track and report on departmental KPIs through standard templates
- Update intranet pages, notice boards and internal directories
- Support HR with onboarding logistics for new starters
Who We’re Looking For
- Comfortable working with finance, HR and operational systems
- Relevant administrative or office management qualification (advantageous)
- Good written and verbal communication skills appropriate to the role
- Ability to work independently and manage competing deadlines
- Contactable references may be requested during the hiring process
- Reliable, punctual and committed to high service standards
- Matric / National Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
Potential is considered alongside experience, so candidates who tick most of these boxes should still be considered.