How to become a Receptionist in Australia

What does a Receptionist do?

Receptionists manage front desk operations, greet visitors, handle phone calls, schedule appointments, and provide general administrative support to ensure smooth office functioning.

Typical duties

  • Greet and welcome visitors, clients, and guests in a professional manner.
  • Answer and direct incoming phone calls to appropriate departments.
  • Schedule appointments and manage meeting room bookings.
  • Handle incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and deliveries.
  • Maintain a clean and organized reception area.
  • Provide general information about the organization to visitors and callers.
  • Perform basic administrative tasks including filing, data entry, and photocopying.
  • Manage visitor access, issue badges, and maintain security protocols.

Salary by experience

Entry Level (P25) $56,265 /year
Mid Level (P50) $61,500 /year
Senior Level (P75) $65,000 /year

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Receptionist salary

Average salary $65,050
Min $54,000
Max $78,000

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Current job openings

There are 4,130 job listings for Receptionist in Australia

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Frequently asked questions

How many job openings are there for Receptionist in Australia?

There are currently 4,130 job openings for Receptionist in Australia.

How much does a Receptionist earn in Australia?

The average annual salary for Receptionist in Australia is 65.050 AUD, ranging from 54.000 to 78.000 AUD.

Sources: ESCO (European Commission), O*NET (US DOL), Wikipedia (CC-BY-SA)

Data updated: August 2026