Receptionist – BUCO Pinetown
Company: The Building Company
Job Title: Receptionist
Department: BUCO
Job Reference Number: 1019135501
Location: Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal
Industry: Retail
Employment Type: Permanent
Number of Positions: 1
Salary: Market Related
Date Posted: 30 October 2026
Closing Date: 6 November 2026
Job Overview
The Building Company is seeking a professional and organised Receptionist to join the BUCO Pinetown team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the business switchboard and ensuring that incoming calls are handled professionally and according to company standards.
The position serves as an important point of contact for customers, visitors and other individuals communicating with the business. The Receptionist will be expected to receive incoming calls, direct callers to the appropriate extensions, take accurate messages and assist with general administrative duties.
The role also involves welcoming visitors and customers, responding to queries and helping to address customer problems. The successful candidate should be comfortable communicating with different people, handling telephone enquiries and maintaining a professional reception area.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants interested in this position must meet the following requirements:
- Grade 12 (Matric).
- At least one year’s experience working as a Receptionist.
- Basic computer skills.
- Previous switchboard experience of approximately one to two years is preferable.
Although previous switchboard experience is preferred, applicants must have at least one year’s experience in a receptionist role.
Duties and Responsibilities
The appointed Receptionist will be responsible for managing the reception and switchboard functions while providing general administrative support to the business.
1. Switchboard Management
- Manage the business switchboard professionally and in accordance with company standards.
- Receive incoming telephone calls and ensure that callers are directed to the appropriate extensions.
- Handle telephone enquiries and assist callers where possible.
- Ensure that calls are managed efficiently and professionally.
2. Receiving Calls and Taking Messages
- Answer incoming calls in a professional and courteous manner.
- Take accurate messages when the relevant person is unavailable.
- Ensure that messages are communicated to the appropriate individuals.
- Maintain an organised approach when handling multiple calls and enquiries.
3. Greeting Visitors and Customers
- Welcome visitors and customers when they arrive at the business.
- Maintain a professional and helpful approach when interacting with members of the public.
- Assist with directing visitors to the appropriate people or departments.
4. Customer Queries and Problems
- Handle customer queries and provide assistance where required.
- Respond to customer problems professionally.
- Ensure that enquiries are directed to the appropriate individuals when further assistance is needed.
5. Equipment and General Administration
- Maintain reception and switchboard equipment.
- Carry out routine administrative duties as required.
- Assist with general administration to support the smooth operation of the business.
6. Company Values and Culture
- Uphold and promote the company’s values and culture.
- Represent the business professionally when dealing with customers, visitors and callers.
- Maintain the standards expected of the organisation.
Employment Information
This is a permanent position within The Building Company’s BUCO business unit in Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal. One vacancy is available, and the salary will be market related.
How to Apply
The supplied advertisement does not include an application link, email address or specific application instructions. Applicants should refer to The Building Company’s official careers platform or the original vacancy listing for the application process.
Reference Number: 1019135501
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