Office Administrator

Office Administrator

Remuneration: Market-related

Benefits: None

Education level: Diploma 

Job level: Mid

Own transport 

required: Yes

Type: Fixed Term Contract 

Company: Platform1 Systems 

Job title: Office administrator 

Location: Woodstock, Cape Town 

Company: Platform1 systems (Pty) Ltd 

Employment type: Full-time 

Start date: 01 Feb 2026 

About us: 

Platform1 Systems is a leading provider of ethical and intelligent LPR (License Plate Recognition) software across South Africa. We work with communities, law enforcement, and private partners to deliver innovative cloud based data-driven LPR services. 

Position overview: 

We are looking for a highly-organised, trustworthy, and adaptable Office Administrator to support senior leaders and take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the office. The ideal candidate will have a strong administrative background, an energetic approach to getting the job done, and a high level of professionalism. 


Working hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00 (office-based) 

Please note: As we operate a mission-critical service, overtime may be required on occasion.

Key responsibilities: 

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the CEO, COO and Operations Department
• Manage office supplies, correspondence, and general filing
• Coordinate meetings, calendars, travel arrangements, and schedules
• Assist with document preparation, internal communications, and project reporting
• Maintain accurate records and track all office and project deliverables
• Communicate and co-ordinate with suppliers and clients on time-sensitive matters
• Liaise with service providers, clients as well as internal teams
• Assist with onboarding and support for clients
• Manage petty cash and general day-to-day office operations

Requirements: 

• Minimum of five years’ proven experience in an administrative or office support role 
• No criminal history (clear background check required)
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable vehicle (essential)
• Comfortable working in an open office environment
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple priorities
• Strong organisational and time-management skills (essential)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (essential)
• Complete efficiency in Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Google equivalents
• Strong experience managing shared cloud drives (Google Drive, OneDrive, or similar) 
• High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information (essential)
• Professional, proactive, and team-oriented attitude
• Willingness to work overtime when required

Skills required:

• Mastery of interpersonal skills
• Comfortability with a high-level of collaboration
• Impeccable organisational skills
• Proactive approach to task management
• Resilience and ability to perform under pressure
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
• Strong digital literacy and ability to adapt to new software platforms
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities
• Sensible and able to act decisively when required
• Diligent and conscientious

What we offer:

• A dynamic and supportive work environment
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Opportunities to grow within a fast-expanding company
• The opportunity to make a real impact in communities through technology

How to apply:

Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter via the Google Form: https://forms.gle/1hWY44Fio9XYWqGZ6

Applications close on 5 January 2026 @ 08:30.

Platform1 is a PSiRA-registered private security firm. All employees are expected to display professionalism, integrity and good conduct at all times. 

Submission of an application for this position does not constitute any guarantee or offer of employment. Platform1 Systems (Pty) Ltd reserves the right to reject any application without providing reasons and may withdraw or amend this vacancy at any time without prior notice. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. By applying, you acknowledge that you understand and accept these terms, and that no expectation of employment or contractual agreement is created through your application.

Company Description

Platform1 is an ethical, value based and crime-fighting focused ANPR/LPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition / License Plate Recognition) software and camera management suite.

The primary function of the platform is to provide camera owners/operators a secure cloud-based solution for efficient, cost-effective camera operation with the goal of securing data, ensuring strict access control and usage policies, and reducing maintenance-related costs and down time.

The software is designed to protect clients’ collected data and Platform1™ does not engage in ANY data mining or manipulation and does NOT sell access to collected data.

Posted on 23 Dec 13:03, Closing date 19 Jan