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Occupation

553131 Receptionist (General)

Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
Next release Unknown
First release

553131 Receptionist (General)

Greets clients and visitors, and responds to personal, telephone, email, and written enquiries and requests.

ANZSCO skill level

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

  • Skill Level 4: AQF Certificate II, AQF Certificate III, or at least one year of relevant experience

New Zealand

  • Skill Level 4: NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification, or at least one year of relevant experience

Main tasks

  • Greets and welcomes visitors, customers, or clients and directs them to the appropriate person or department
  • Arranges and records details of appointments, including the management of changes, cancellations, and rescheduling where necessary
  • Receives, sorts, and distributes incoming mail and packages
  • Maintains and organises the reception desk and waiting areas
  • Answers enquires and provides information on the goods, services, and activities of the organisation
  • Relays messages or information between staff and departments
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