Operations Assistant Job Vacancy at Saheti School in Johannesburg
SAHETI School is an independent, co-educational, English-medium school dedicated to the pursuit of excellence, whilst promoting the values and ethos of Hellenism. The school is situated in Bedfordview, Johannesburg.
The Operations Assistant plays a key role in ensuring that the school’s buildings, classrooms, grounds, and facilities are clean, safe, and well-maintained. The position supports the Operations Manager with general maintenance, event setups, and the smooth daily running of the school’s operations, providing a secure and comfortable environment for students, staff, and visitors.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Providing administrative and operational support to the Operations Manager;
- Coordinating maintenance requests and following up on repairs;
- Liaising with contractors, suppliers and service providers;
- Assisting with health and safety administration and compliance;
- Supporting operational arrangements for school events and functions;
- Assisting with stock control, filing and operational record keeping;
- Supporting the smooth day-to-day functioning of the school campus.
Minimum Requirements
- The successful candidate should meet the following requirements:
- Grade 12 / Matric certificate
- Relevant administrative or professional qualification advantageous
- Minimum 2–3 years’ administrative experience, preferably within a school or similar environment
- Strong organisational and administrative skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Good computer literacy, including Microsoft Office
- Ability to multitask and work effectively under pressure
- Experience working with contractors, maintenance or facilities administration advantageous
- Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Ability to foster and sustain positive relationships with all stakeholders
- A commitment to supporting the operational requirements of the school
- Ability to identify with the values, culture and ethos of SAHETI
