Tripco

Workplace Experience Lead

Tripco  •  Cape Town, ZA (Onsite)  •  20 days ago
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Job Description

LekkeSlaap is South Africa’s leading accommodation booking app, known for its user-friendliness, exceptional customer experience, and extensive local accommodation options. Owned by Tripco, a travel technology company based in Cape Town, LekkeSlaap is committed to innovation, best-in-class customer service, and setting new standards in travel technology.

We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Workplace Experience Lead to oversee the day-to-day running of our office environment and support a positive employee experience.

This role acts as a central point of coordination for office operations, staff engagement, facilities management, and internal processes. You will play a key role in ensuring the office runs smoothly, remains well-maintained, and reflects the company’s culture and standards.

Requirements

Staff Engagement & Internal Communications

  • Coordinate internal communications, including company-wide updates, welcome messages, and milestone announcements
  • Compile and manage content for the quarterly company newsletter
  • Coordinate employee engagement initiatives, including birthdays, work anniversaries, and recognition activities
  • Support and oversee the Social Committee, including planning and coordinating team events
  • Arrange support gestures for significant employee life events
  • Drive initiatives that contribute to a positive and engaging office environment

Office Operations

  • Oversee the day-to-day running of the office to ensure a smooth, organised, and professional environment
  • Act as the primary point of contact for office-related queries and support
  • Manage office supplies, including stock monitoring, ordering, supplier coordination, and payment tracking
  • Maintain access control processes, including registers and entry management
  • Manage parking allocations, including issuing and tracking parking tickets
  • Ensure meeting rooms and shared spaces are well-maintained and fully functional

Facilities & Vendor Management

  • Oversee office facilities, maintenance, and general upkeep
  • Track and resolve maintenance issues, coordinating with contractors and service providers
  • Manage relationships with third-party vendors and suppliers, ensuring service quality and reliability
  • Monitor vendor performance, costs, and adherence to agreed processes
  • Manage cleaning staff and ensure high standards of cleanliness and organisation
  • Be present in-office to oversee vendor work and ensure accountability

Onboarding & Employee Support

  • Support onboarding logistics, including workspace readiness, office & parking access setup, and welcome coordination
  • Prepare and manage employee induction packs
  • Support the People team with employee administration and coordination
  • Ensure a smooth and welcoming onboarding experience for all new hires

Health & Safety

  • Manage office health and safety processes and ensure compliance with workplace standards
  • Maintain and update relevant documentation, including emergency procedures and roll call lists
  • Coordinate training for first aid, firefighting, and safety representatives
  • Act as a point of contact for health and safety matters and incidents

Process & Operational Improvement

  • Develop, document, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for office-related functions
  • Ensure processes are clearly defined, consistently followed, and continuously improved
  • Identify inefficiencies and implement improvements to enhance operational effectiveness

Executive & Cross-Team Support

  • Provide ad hoc administrative and coordination support to the COO and broader leadership team
  • Assist with office-related projects and cross-functional initiatives as required
  • Provide support during in-person interviews, including capturing candidate biometrics

Requirements

  • Previous experience in a similar coordinative role
  • Previous experience coordinating events, functions, or similar logistics-heavy projects
  • Experience managing office operations, facilities, suppliers, and office logistics is highly desired
  • Preference will be given to candidates who can speak both English and Afrikaans
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple shifting priorities
  • High attention to detail and a strong sense of ownership
  • Continuous improvement mindset, with the ability to identify friction in office processes and recommend or make improvements.
  • Sense of urgency and reliability, with the ability to move quickly, make confident decisions, and independently manage daily work
  • Customer service mindset with a strong focus on employee experience
  • Proficiency in standard office tools such as Google Workspace and Slack will be advantageous

Nice to Haves

  • Experience supporting employee experience or engagement initiatives
  • Experience working in a high-growth or operationally complex environment
  • Basic understanding of workplace health and safety requirements

Working Hours

  • Monday to Thursday: 08:00 to 17:00, with flexible start times between 07:00 and 09:00.
  • Friday: One hour less on Fridays, e.g. 08:00 to 16:00.
  • This role requires consistent on-site presence during working hours to support office operations, staff queries, and coordination with third-party vendors
  • Any work outside of normal office hours will be occasional, pre-arranged, and agreed in advance.
  • Punctuality and reliability are essential, as the role plays a key part in ensuring the office is operational and ready at the start of each working day

Benefits

  • Modern offices based at the V&A Waterfront
  • Travel vouchers and exclusive discounts
  • Pension fund contributions
  • Discovery Medical Aid contributions
  • Growing annual leave based on years of service
  • An additional half-day off every month
  • Monthly team events and more!

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, including persons with disabilities.

Tripco

About Tripco

Tripco is a travel technology company headquartered in Cape Town, South Africa. As a proudly local business, we’re committed to creating world-class online travel experiences that resonate with South African travellers.

At Tripco, we’re driven by a passion for making travel simple, accessible, and memorable. By leveraging the best travel technology and delivering industry-leading customer service, we ensure that every journey booked through our platforms exceeds expectations.

Our flagship brand, LekkeSlaap, has become South Africa’s go-to accommodation booking app, loved for its ease of use, world-class customer service, and deep connection to local travel. LekkeSlaap has grown into a household name, offering thousands of places to stay across South Africa.

Innovation lies at the heart of everything we do at Tripco as we continue to set the standard for travel technology and exceptional service in South Africa.

Industry
IT & Software
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Waterfront, ZA
Year Founded
2009
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