

Johannesburg Water
Alright, let’s tackle this job post rewrite. First, I’ll read through the original to understand the key points. The role is for a receptionist/switchboard operator at a water company, paying around R200k annually.
The purpose is clear: efficient communication between staff, public, and stakeholders. Main responsibilities include call handling, customer service, fax/copier monitoring, and some admin tasks. Requirements are Grade 12, 1 year experience, switchboard skills, and good English.
I need to make this sound more professional while keeping it simple. Let’s start with a clear job title. Instead of just “Job Description,” maybe “Receptionist & Switchboard Operator Opportunity.”
For the salary, I’ll write it out fully: “R199,920 per annum” looks cleaner. The purpose statement is okay but could be more concise: “Facilitate effective communication across all organizational levels.”
Responsibilities should be bullet points for readability. I’ll group similar tasks together – calls, customer interactions, equipment management. Use action verbs like “Manage,” “Greet,” “Monitor” to make it active.
Qualifications section can be streamlined. Instead of listing NQF levels, just say “Grade 12 certificate.” Emphasize the communication skills since it’s crucial for the role.
The application instructions should be prominent but not too shouty. Maybe a “How to Apply” section with clear submission details.
I’ll avoid any markdown as requested. Just plain HTML with spans for structure. No styling, just logical breaks with line breaks. Keep paragraphs short for easy reading.
Let me check the flow: Title, salary, purpose, key responsibilities, requirements, how to apply. Yes, that makes sense. Remove any redundant words like “daily” since that’s implied. Make sure the language is professional but approachable.
Finally, ensure all key info from the original is included, just presented more cleanly. Test how it looks without HTML tags – simple spans with line breaks should maintain readability on any platform.
Receptionist & Switchboard Operator Opportunity
Annual Salary: R199,920 basic
Role Purpose:
Facilitate effective communication between staff, customers, and stakeholders through professional reception and switchboard services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage incoming calls and route to appropriate departments
- Handle high-volume customer inquiries with professionalism
- Greet visitors and direct to relevant personnel
- Monitor and maintain office equipment (fax machines, copiers)
- Process deliveries and maintain receipt records
- Document and track customer complaints via SAP system
- Coordinate with service providers for equipment maintenance
Requirements:
- Grade 12 certificate
- 1+ year office experience
- Proven switchboard/reception skills
- Excellent English communication abilities
- Strong customer service orientation
Application Process:
Submit your CV and qualifications to [email protected]
Include reference number and job title in email subject line
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