Switchboard Operator Job Vacancy in Johannesburg at Scorpion
The purpose of this position is to receive, screen and transfer incoming calls to various branches and departments in a professional and efficient manner.
Working hours
Monday to Friday from 08h00 – 16h30
Alternate Saturdays from 09h00 – 12h30
Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
Answering, Screening and Transferring Calls
- Answer incoming calls in a professional manner
- Verify member`s details on pinnacle
- Confirm and update member`s details on pinnacle
- Screen and transfer calls to correct departments
- Create call backs on pinnacle for staff that are not available to answer calls
- Where call backs are not applicable, eg caller wants to join Scorpion, take messages and email them to the relevant person/department
- Report telephone / Queue metrics technical faults to the manager
- Assist with Adhoc duties
- General office administration duties
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND GENERAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Education
- Must have Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent qualification
- Post matric experience and qualification in office administration advantageous
Experience
- At least 1 – 3 years- experience in switchboard environment
General working conditions
- Regular office environment with no health and safety risks involved
PRE-REQUISITE COMPETENCIES
Knowledge Competencies
- Knowledge of all Scorpion products
- Knowledge of company structure (Organogram)
Skill Competencies
- Excellent telephone skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Quality Orientation
- Customer focus
- Ability to work under pressure
- Organised and Methodical
- Telephone etiquette
- Accuracy and Attention to detail
- Computer literacy
- Excellent listening skills
- Professional business etiquette
- Organisational awareness
- Teamwork
- Adequate time-management skills
APPLICATION AND CONTACT DETAILS
To apply for this position, send in your updated CV
- Contact Person :Thembi Tambani on email; [email protected]
Reference Number
- When submitting your application, please quote reference number: SLP-091/25
Closing Date : Friday,28 November 2025
