Personal Assistant Mining

About this role

Sasol, the integrated chemicals and energy company, is recruiting a Personal Assistant for its Mining division in Secunda, Mpumalanga. The post supports a Vice President and acts as the first point of contact for the manager’s visitors and calls. Sasol has two posts open for people living with a disability.

What you’ll do

• Manage the VP’s diary and email, and plan meetings so that clashes are spotted and solved early.
• Book meeting rooms, arrange visitor access and parking, and organise catering for agreed meetings.
• Receive visitors and calls, take messages and book appointments for management staff.
• Draft letters, agendas, memos and reports, and take minutes at meetings. Proofread your work before it goes out.
• Keep office records and files, both paper and electronic. Pull data from different sources for management reports.
• Track budgets and expenses, report on them, and order stationery and office supplies on time.
• Arrange venues, travel and accommodation for local and international trips, including travel documents where needed.

What you need

• High school certificate or a similar school diploma.
• At least 3 years of relevant working experience.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills.
• Good planning, organising and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage several tasks at once and to change priorities when needed.
• Comfort with office software and new technology.
• Working knowledge of safety standards and procedures.

Is this job for you?

This role suits an experienced administrator who enjoys running a busy diary and keeping a senior manager on track. You should be organised, calm under pressure and happy to work on your own. Sasol encourages applications from people living with a disability.

Tips before you apply

• Have your matric or school certificate and any proof of your 3+ years of experience ready.
• List specific examples of diary, meeting and travel arrangements you have handled, with the size of the team or the number of people you supported.
• If you need reasonable accommodation during the process, mention it early so the employer can plan for it.