Office manager

Full knowledge of operating cash registers and cashier procedures Ability to process sale and return transactions High quality customer service skills Proficiency in MS Office software – Excel, Outlook and Word Additionally, I am bilingual (speaking English, Setswana, Sesotho, Sezulu and Xhosa) and have excellent communication and teamwork skills. All this means I can effectively communicate with both customers and other people in the retail team. I am also punctual, have an attention to detail and I am 100% flexible with weekends and holiday shifts. I am an admirer of the retail environment that your company creates and in future I would hope to progress into a management role with in your organization. I have had this ambition for several years. I believe my past experience, skills and personality make me the perfect candidate for your cashier role. I would love the opportunity to discuss this position with you further and I am available for a follow - up conversation at any time.

Junior Company Secretary Executive Assistant I have over 14 years experience in Top Management, Administration, finance and sales. Recently l have been an Executive Assistant to the Managing Director an Office Administrator/ Accountant Assistant and Office Manager at a construction Company for the last 7 years. I can do multitasking efficiently. I hold a CIS lll qualification in Corporate Governance and administration and a Diploma in Accounting. I am currently doing my board exams on a part time basis with Wits University.

I am looking for any Admin/Receptionist, Restaurant/Bar, Security or Sales jobs. - MS Office certified (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc) - Pastel and Sage background - Hard working - Team player - Organised - Bilingual in Afrikaans and English - Good communition skills

*Profesional* I am a hard working, loyal trust worthy, honest and ambitious person. I can work well under pressure and good at multi tasking. I like to learn and push my limits higher. I work well with people in groups and also alone. Im a creative open minded person and always try to make a project, situation better. Im good at organising and arranging. I have well telephone manners. Im very professional and know my place. I see myself as a very positive friendly person with respect for everyone no matter their position, race or age. I make my work and family my priority. I always try my absolute best to help in anyway i can no matter the situation. I will always walk the extra mile if i can improve my work or life or those of someone else. I like to meet and learn about people and things. Im looking for a administrative / secretary job. Preferably half day or home based if possible. *Personal* Im married and recently became a mother. My family means the world to me and i want to offer my son the best opportunities i possibly can. I like to be active like golf, fishing, horseback riding, sky diving, cooking and also have a very big passion for photography.

Personal Assistant, Secretary, Front desk, Assistant Restaurant Manager, Administrative

I am professionally registered at IOHS and SAIOHS as Technical Member, Project Management South Africa (PMSA). I recently started to shift my focus more into the direction of OHS, Risk management and Security management as I find this is where my interest and passion lies. For this reason, I furthered my studies in Security, where I completed Grade A security Manager and is PSIA Grade A registered. I completed fire - arm training for business purposes in handgun, self - loading rifle, carbine and shotgun. I’m in the process to apply for competency from SAPS. I do have basic fire - arm competency for handgun. I see myself as a creative, determined and positive person, always striving to reach the top of my potential. When I apply myself to something in life, I am fully committed to it. Over a period of 17 years, I have gained valuable experience in the building construction, civil engineering, OHS management environment. I have extensive experience in: - Designing, drawing and construction of reinforced concrete and steel structures, - Designing and construction of rural water distribution systems, - Design of municipal services aimed at water reticulation, storm water and sewer reticulation systems, - Project and contracts management, - Health Safety and Environment management, implementing and designing OHS systems, Risk assessments, internal audits, OHS legislation etc. I believe that due to my solid and moral - based standards, I have much to offer. I know that if I put all my effort, commitment, knowledge and time into my occupation, I will affect others in a positive manner and be an asset to your company.

I worked at Saldanha Steel for 16 years in total (from 1998 to 2006 and again from 2010 to 2019) Up to 2006 I worked as a supervisor at Secondary Metallurgy who lead a team of 7 diversed individuals. My job included but were not limited to: ensuring production targets were made; handling HR issues of the team; report writing; meeting scheduling and chairing; facilitation of training; administration files up to date. This included monthly reports and budgeting of shift safety issues. Our work included ensuring fire fighting equipment is current, serviced and ready for use. From 2010 to 2011, I was contracted to update and review Standard Operating Procedures of the Steelmaking Department Up to December 2019, I worked in the Business Improvement Department, with the focus on World Class Manufacturing. My work included, but was not limited to: Ensuring the shifts apply Autonomous Maintenance; Help maintenance personnel with their administrative part of Professional Maintenance; Ensuring our plant stay state of the art with production and equipment processes by applying Focused Improvement. I also supported my manager with his adhoc tasks. Visual management will always be a good way to ensure people are informed and up to date with info. My strengths are administration, leadership, time management and autonomous working My weaknesses are patience - especially if my success depends on others' outputs My threats - my main aim is usually to get as much done as possible, but sometimes people see it as controlling. I am a firm believer of being output driven, although most companies rely on input. My opportunities - I still have a lot to offer for any organisation / company. I would like to complete a degree in Community Development

TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN As a talented Executive Personal Assistant / Administrator / Office manager, I am intimately familiar with key fields such as Travel co - ordination, Housekeeping and procurement. As an Administrator with many years’ admin experience, I have extensive experience with general admin duties including events coordination. As a Personal Assistant, I have the additional experience of diary management and Personal duties etc. I would also bring value to a company like yours through my experience in the corporate and private sectors, and my positive ‘can do’ attitude. For the past 18 years I have been employed in busy roles where I am required to perform various roles in Travel, administration, procurement and events management for a team of upto 15, including the General Manager (full Personal Assistant functions including diary management) of the Company. I have been working for the past 44 years. Furthermore, I would like to state that I am keen to join a winning team and reputable company like yours, where I will be able to utilize my extensive skills. I consider myself a productive worker with a solid work ethic who exerts optimal effort to ensure all tasks given to me are completed on time and to the highest standards. My strengths include, but are not limited to the following; • A motivated self - starter who takes the initiative, and who can work with minimal supervision. • Being committed to providing a superior service to any company (customers) I work for. • Fully computer literate with extensive software knowledge and proficiency covering a wide variety of applications including SAP. • Excellent at building and maintaining strong customer relationships. More details of my accomplishments and achievements can be found in my attached resume. I am proud to say, “despite my age”, when my alarm goes off at 4:30am, I spring out of bed

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In my latest position, I over sowed all general administrative duties for a smooth running office environment. I have responded to requests form colleagues and clients in a well - timed matter and I have adapted to prioritise multiple projects. Additionally I am adapt at: • Raw material invoicing/ Supplier Invoicing– bring the stock in (Pastel) • General office and admin duties • Typing of documents (all and everything is confidential) • Courier liaison • Opening and distributing mail • Organising files and conducting general research • Ordering office supplies – stationery, rental water, monthly groceries, factory staff food and disposables • Checking that the waste skip bin is emptied weekly • Managing the cleaning staff • Making sure the offices and premises are clean and neat • Answering calls and making sure the call is put through to the right person • Dealing with daily correspondence I am a self - starter and a go - getter. I have years of experience of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Internet) and also Pastel. I adapt quickly to new programs and environments. I am fully bilingual in Afrikaans and English. I live in Centurion and I do have my own transport. Please feel free to contact me at your earliest convenience. Kind regards, Janine Lourens