Front Desk Administrative Assistant at AWP Safety in Dartmouth, NS, Canada
- Company: AWP Safety
- Location: Dartmouth, NS, Canada
- Posted: Sep 19, 2026
- Type: Full-time
- Salary: CAD 17.5 - CAD 19 - hourly
Overview
The Front Desk Administrative Assistant will play an essential role in AWP Safety’s growth by assisting the Atlantic Canada team with multiple projects and duties related to the efficient and effective operation of the office. The Front Desk Administrative Assistant must be comfortable performing mu…
Job description
- The Front Desk Administrative Assistant will play an essential role in AWP Safety’s growth by assisting the Atlantic Canada team with multiple projects and duties related to the efficient and effective operation of the office. The Front Desk Administrative Assistant must be comfortable performing multiple tasks effectively with a focus on timeliness and responsiveness, high levels of diplomacy, sound judgment, and discretion when dealing with customers and other department staff.
Responsibilities
- Greet and welcome visitors/staff in a professional and friendly manner
- Answer and direct phone calls to appropriate individuals or departments
- Answer and respond to Client emails and inquires
- Provide administrative and clerical support, including filing, photocopying, data entry, and payment processing
- Assist with customer support inquiries and provide excellent customer service
- Maintain office supplies and ensure the reception area is tidy and presentable
- Assist with administration of training and wholesale divisions
- Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth office operations
- Plan monthly team events
- Logistics/shipping management
Requirements
- Previous experience as an Administrative Assistant or in a similar role is preferred
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Bilingual English/French is a plus but not required
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Proficient in using Microsoft Office or similar software for email, calendar management, and document creation
- Attention to detail and ability to proofread documents for accuracy
- Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism
Skills
Required
- Attention to detail
Benefits
- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- AWP named one of North America’s Greatest Workplaces 2023 and 2025 for Diversity
About AWP Safety
AWP Safety is North America’s leading traffic control specialist. Our team of 9000+ professionals helps secure 2,000+ work zones every day – ensuring customer crews, drivers, and our teams get home safely. We protect those who operate, maintain, and upgrade infrastructure in the energy, broadband, and transportation sectors and provide traffic control for major events like the Super Bowl, Boston Marathon, and movie/television sets. Since our founding in 1981, we have served customers through the talent of extraordinary team members committed to customer focus, growth, valuing each other, safety and quality, and a sense of urgency.