As one of Australia’s leading national construction companies, our commitment to providing an inclusive workplace is driven by an organisational culture that embraces diversity and equality. By joining BESIX Watpac, part of the international BESIX Group, you will be part of our national team of over 700 dedicated and innovative employees. Our people proudly uphold our values each day and are committed to the safety and wellbeing of their colleagues, subcontractors and the communities in which we operate.

BESIX Watpac are looking for a trainee receptionist to be based a major project close to Melbourne Airport. The key responsibilities of this position include:

• Proactively drive company safety policies, practices, and procedures in compliance with OH&S legislative requirements to provide a safe workplace at all times.
• Meet, greet, and create a positive experience for clients, employees, and visitors alike
•  Deliver a professional, corporate reception service
• Maintain the immaculate presentation of the reception area, including meeting rooms and kitchen.
• Maintain regular cleaning of the meeting rooms and kitchen during the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Screen and direct all incoming calls.
• Maintain Intranet phone listings, phone numbers, speed dials.
• Monitor visitor access and maintain security awareness.
• Open, receipt stamp and distribute daily incoming mail and dispatch all incoming/outgoing mail.
• Arrange courier services as required and record costs and coding and receive general deliveries.

The incumbent in this role will require the following qualifications and experience:

• Working knowledge of MSWord, MSExcel, MSOutlook and ability and willingness to learn new software packages as required.
• Ability and willingness to learn new skills and take on new tasks, as required.
•  Able to cope with shifting work priorities and the ability to prioritise work.
• Bright, energetic, and outgoing personality with a positive attitude and enthusiastic approach to work.
• Proven track record and ongoing focus on timeliness, accuracy and punctuality.
• The successful applicant will be required to complete a Certificate 3 in Business Administration as part of the 12 month traineeship.

Our benefits include; 

• Health and wellbeing, technology, financial, leisure and home improvement discounts.
• Access to a Healthy Foundations and Employee Assistance Program.
• Parental Leave Program.
• Well-being days.
• Professional development opportunities.

This is your opportunity to build a challenging and exciting career path with an industry leader. We attribute our successes to our innovative, driven and diverse team and offer a competitive remuneration package with flexible, supportive benefits and development programs.