DHL RECEPTIONIST VACANCY – PERMANENT JOB IN JOHANNESBURG

DHL Global Forwarding SA (Pty) Limited is looking for a professional and organised Receptionist to join its team in Johannesburg, Gauteng.

This is a full-time permanent position for a candidate with Matric and relevant reception, front-office or similar experience.

JOB DETAILS

Position: Receptionist
Company: DHL Global Forwarding SA (Pty) Limited
Reference Number: AV-375387
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Business: Global Forwarding, Freight
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Working Hours: 42.5 hours per week

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Applicants should have:

• Matric / Grade 12
• At least 2 years of relevant experience
• Previous experience as a Receptionist, Front Office Representative or in a similar role
• Experience using office equipment such as printers and fax machines
• Experience coordinating events and initiatives
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritise responsibilities
• Professional attitude and appearance
• Strong customer-service skills
• Ability to be proactive and resourceful when problems arise

A college/university degree or currently working towards one will be an advantage.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will:

• Answer the switchboard and direct telephone calls professionally.
• Take messages and follow up where necessary.
• Welcome visitors and direct them to the appropriate person or office.
• Receive, sort and distribute daily mail and documents.
• Arrange documents for delivery via courier.
• Maintain records of courier slips.
• Assist clients with general queries.
• Keep the reception and entrance area clean, organised and ready for visitors.
• Perform general reception and secretarial duties.
• Support corporate social responsibility initiatives, including DHL GoTeach, GoGreen and ESG activities.
• Assist with employee engagement, health and wellbeing activities.
• Help maintain learning and development records.
• Capture training attendance registers on the relevant reporting system.
• Assist with organising internal and external training.
• Help arrange training venues, catering and other administrative requirements.
• Perform other reasonable reception-related duties assigned by the Head of HR.

WHAT DHL OFFERS

• Opportunity to work for a global logistics company
• Career development opportunities
• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to contribute ideas and develop professional skills
• A diverse and international working environment

HOW TO APPLY

Applications should be submitted ONLINE through the official DHL careers platform.

Make sure your CV clearly highlights your Matric qualification, reception experience, Microsoft Office skills and relevant administrative experience.