Front Desk Administrative Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY

The Front Desk Administrative Assistant will play an essential role in AWP Safetys growth by assisting the Atlantic Canada team with multiple projects and duties related to the efficient and effective operation of the office. The Front Desk Administrative Assistant must be comfortable performing multiple tasks effectively with a focus on timeliness and responsiveness high levels of diplomacy sound judgment and discretion when dealing with customers and other department staff.

Primary Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome visitors/staff in a professional and friendly manner
• Answer and direct phone calls to appropriate individuals or departments
• Answer and respond to Client emails and inquires
• Provide administrative and clerical support including filing photocopying data entry and payment processing
• Assist with customer support inquiries and provide excellent customer service
• Maintain office supplies and ensure the reception area is tidy and presentable
• Assist with administration of training and wholesale divisions
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth office operations
• Plan monthly team events
• Logistics/shipping management

Qualifications :

REQUIREMENTS

• Previous experience as an Administrative Assistant or in a similar role is preferred
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
  • Bilingual English/French is a plus but not required
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office or similar software for email calendar management and document creation
• Attention to detail and ability to proofread documents for accuracy
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The team member must be able to successfully handle the physical demands of this position which include but are not limited to the following:

• Variable hours of operation based on staffing needs and workload
• Ability to work in a variety of physical positions including sitting standing walking and driving
• Majority of hours will be worked in an office setting
  • Some exposure to all weather conditions in combination with regular work time indoors in environmentally controlled conditions
• May be required to lift or carry objects up to 18 kg

Additional Information :

WHAT YOU WILL LOVE/PERKS

• Company events
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care
• AWP named one of North Americas Greatest Workplaces 2023 and 2025 for Diversity

AWPSafety is anEqual Opportunity Employer (EOE). Women minorities veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race color age religion national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity protected veteran status or disability. 

PROTECTING YOUR PEOPLE YOUR BUSINESS AND YOUR TIME.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

AWP Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Women minorities veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion creed age national origin ancestry sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information marital status protected veteran status disability or any other status protected by applicable federal state or local law.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time