South32 Administrative / Secretarial Jobs in KwaZulu-Natal
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At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.
As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.
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ABOUT HILLSIDE:
Our Hillside Aluminium smelter in Richards Bay produces high-quality, primary aluminium for the domestic and export markets.
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WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS:
Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognizes both your performance and the overall success of the business.
Eligible employees will receive an employer contribution towards the company-elected retirement fund.
South 32 will support assistance for part-time studies aligned to role requirements and business needs at accredited institutions to eligible employees.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
This role is a permanent full-time position.
As a Departmental Administrator (Dept), you will be responsible for providing professional secretarial and administrative support to the Managers and their respective departments.
Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:
- Diary/calendar management;
- Administration - Performing administrative tasks;
- Approved document control for the department;
- Maintain office equipment and supplies, budgets and other administrative duties as require;
- Manage the use of Departmental Credit / Purchasing cards and the reconciliation of expenses incurred;
- Arrange business travel (domestic & International), visa applications, and administer related expense management;
- Arrange social / team building activities i.e., venue, catering and required activities – input of purchase requisitions and payment follow-up;
- Coordinate and organize business meetings, conferences, including, meeting room bookings;
- Maintain professional telephone skills, etiquette, and company image.
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ABOUT YOU:
You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:
- A minimum of 5 years secretarial experience in a manufacturing/mining environment;
- Computer literacy in MS Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint) is essential;
- Knowledge of 1SAP R/2 would be advantageous;
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced deadline driven environment while maintaining composure under pressure;
- Well organized, detail-oriented and have strong time management skills;
- Excellent written and verbal communication with a strong sense of professionalism and integrity;
- Ability to utilize tact, diplomacy, discretion, and good judgment at all times;
- Maintain confidentiality at all times;
- Resourceful, solution-oriented and a team player;
- Foster a positive and productive work environment;
- Enjoy challenging calendar management while prioritizing many competing requests.
Qualifications for this role are:
- Secretarial National Advanced Certificate (2 years).
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