Work-Force
Listing live now. We believe great workplaces are built on great people. We are looking for a Records Officer in Umhlanga, and we encourage applicants from across KwaZulu-Natal to consider this opportunity.
The Role
An experienced Records Officer is needed to support operations in Umhlanga. The role forms part of how the business keeps its administration jobs portfolio strong in KwaZulu-Natal.
Expect a structured first ninety days, with onboarding milestones, regular check-ins, and an early focus on getting comfortable with the systems and processes that underpin the Umhlanga team.
Stakeholders for this position include line managers, peers across the administration jobs team and trusted external partners. Building those relationships early makes the next twelve months in Umhlanga much easier.
What We Offer
The hiring organisation may provide onboarding or skills development for this administration jobs role in Umhlanga; the available support will be confirmed in the final vacancy details for KwaZulu-Natal.
Notably, the role’s development opportunities, training and benefits, if offered, will be set out in the final vacancy details.
Notably, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.
Your Team
Equally, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Umhlanga office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when KwaZulu-Natal operations get busy.
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.
Based in Umhlanga
Working in Umhlanga means a place close to the Durban Harbour logistics hub, with a steady flow of activity and a strong local economy. The team has built solid relationships across the KwaZulu-Natal region, and the Umhlanga office benefits from those long-standing connections.
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 Umhlanga.
Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal.
Daily Duties
- Liaise with suppliers, contractors and service providers
- Support HR with onboarding logistics for new starters
- File, scan and archive documents in line with retention policies
- Track and report on departmental KPIs through standard templates
- Process invoices, requisitions and expense claims for approval
- Maintain visitor registers and ensure compliance with access protocols
- Capture data accurately into internal systems and registers
- Prepare meeting packs, agendas and minutes for internal forums
Essential Criteria
- Contactable references may be requested during the hiring process
- Good written and verbal communication skills appropriate to the role
- Reliable, punctual and committed to high service standards
- Experience supporting senior managers is an advantage
- Comfortable working with finance, HR and operational systems
If your CV speaks to the points above, this role is worth a closer look.