Corporate Receptionist (Adelaide)

About the Role Step into a role where you become the welcoming face of our workplace. As our Reception and Office Coordinator, you’ll be the first person visitors, clients and employees meet when they arrive at our Regional People Centre in the Adelaide CBD. You’ll set the tone for a warm, polished and professional experience from the moment they walk through the door. In this role, you’ll keep the front desk running smoothly while supporting the wider office with seamless coordination, clear communication and reliable administrative support. You’ll manage the flow of people, calls and information with confidence, ensuring every interaction reflects the high standards of our organisation. From maintaining an organised reception space to coordinating meeting rooms, events and catering, you’ll play a central part in keeping the office operating at its best. Your work will extend across the business as you support documentation, records management, basic financial processes and day‑to‑day operational needs. You’ll also assist senior leaders and Executive Assistants with a variety of administrative tasks, contributing to a positive, collaborative and well‑run workplace. If you enjoy being at the heart of a dynamic environment, take pride in creating a welcoming atmosphere and thrive on keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes, this role offers the perfect blend of people engagement and operational impact — all from a vibrant CBD location. Key Responsibilities
- 6 month fixed‑term contract with the potential to become permanent.
- Front‑of‑house role creating a warm, professional first impression.
- Be part of a supportive, people‑focused workplace culture. Requirements
- Australian Citizen with a Defence security clearance (or the ability to obtain).
- Previous experience in a receptionist or Administration role.
- Year 12 secondary education or equivalent.
- Strong administrative and organisational skills, including solid attention to detail and ability to prioritise work.
- Familiarity with office systems, procedures, and standard software (e.g. Microsoft Office suite). Benefits
- Our work life integration policy offers attractive leave entitlements including wellbeing leave, volunteer leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave, and we are proud to be a Work180 endorsed employer.
- Babcock’s supportive and engaging environment, coupled with our capability framework, aims to advance your career with internal development programs, self‑led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave.
- Our beRewarded platform offers endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan.
- As a principles driven organisation, our weRecognise program aims to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in line with our Principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver. Who We Are Babcock Australasia combines the best talent and in‑country expertise while leveraging the rich 130+ year global heritage of Babcock International Group, a FTSE 100 international defence company. Our team of 1,800+ experienced staff ensure critical services and assets are readily available, affordable, and future proof. From maritime sustainment and secure communications, to lifesaving helicopter missions and managing critical fleets, we ensure our customers are equipped to fulfil their mission. Babcock Australasia is a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, due to the defence orientation of this role, the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain a Security Clearance, as defined in the AGSVA guidelines. Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre‑employment checks. These checks may include but are not limited to, reference checks, police check, security check, qualifications and right to work. To learn more about Babcock, visit Job Req ID: 73931 #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3r8t39