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Whether you are a seasoned Communications Officer or stepping into the role for the first time, there is space for you in Witbank. The team hires on merit and across communities in Mpumalanga.
About the Opportunity
The Communications Officer position is part of an ongoing recruitment drive across Mpumalanga. The brief has been shaped carefully, with a focus on delivery in Witbank and across the marketing jobs space.
Communication runs both ways. Managers across the marketing jobs team in Mpumalanga make time for one-to-ones, and people are expected to speak up early when something needs attention.
Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the Communications Officer to step into the marketing jobs workflow quickly. Institutional knowledge is well-organised, so people are not reinventing the wheel from one week to the next.
Tools, systems and information are there to support the role rather than slow it down. The company continues to invest in the technology that backs its Witbank teams, and the new Communications Officer will feel that from the first week.
Quality is everyone’s job. Whether the Communications Officer is processing a transaction, supporting a colleague or handling a customer query, the standard expected in Mpumalanga is consistently high and consistently fair.
Growing With Us
Career progression here is real, not a slogan. The marketing jobs space in Witbank offers a clear runway from delivery into team leadership and beyond, and managers sit down with each team member regularly to map out the next step in Mpumalanga.
Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.
Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Witbank team member.
On top of that, internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Witbank have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Mpumalanga.
Your Workplace
Practically speaking, the environment is creative, deadline-driven and data-aware. Cross-functional work with sales, product and design is the norm, and ideas are tested with real audiences quickly.
A respectful, professional environment is the standard in Mpumalanga. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.
Crucially, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Witbank site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Why Join Us
You will join a team that values respectful collaboration, honest feedback and shared wins. The Witbank colleagues take pride in supporting one another and in doing the marketing jobs side of the business properly, day in and day out.
Benefits are clear and consistent. Beyond the package on offer, the role includes the supports you would expect from an established South African employer in Mpumalanga.
Recognition matters here. Strong performers are noticed quickly, and many promotions across the business have started in the Witbank teams.
Practically speaking, the company reinvests in its people: paid training, internal moves and the chance to take on bigger projects are all part of how careers in Witbank keep progressing.
Diversity and Inclusion
Diverse teams build stronger workplaces. Applications are welcome from candidates of every background, language and community across Mpumalanga, and recruitment is fair, transparent and aligned with the EE Act.
B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.
Practical steps back the words. Structured EE reporting, transformation initiatives and learnership programmes give real opportunities to candidates from across Mpumalanga.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Witbank.
Working in Witbank
Witbank continues to grow as an employment hub in Mpumalanga, with within the Highveld coal corridor. This role gives you a foothold in one of its busier business communities, with access to the local services, suppliers and partners that keep the work moving.
Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Witbank.
If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in Witbank, Mpumalanga.
Many candidates already living within reach of Witbank cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Mpumalanga economy.
About the Team
Crucially, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Witbank office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when Mpumalanga operations get busy.
Importantly, the team mix in Witbank reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Optimise organic search performance through on-page and technical SEO
- Ensure all marketing complies with POPIA and consumer protection codes
- Manage paid media budgets across Google, Meta and LinkedIn
- Track campaign performance against KPIs and produce monthly reports
- Maintain the editorial and content calendar across owned channels
- Coordinate events, sponsorships and community activations
- Manage brand assets, tone of voice and corporate identity guidelines
Essential Criteria
- Experience with email marketing platforms (Mailchimp, HubSpot, etc.)
- Awareness of POPIA and consumer protection requirements
- Working knowledge of CMS platforms (WordPress preferred)
- 2-4 years’ experience in a marketing or communications role
- Hands-on experience with Google Analytics, Search Console and Tag Manager
- Creative thinker who can also analyse data and report on ROI
- Strong copywriting skills with a portfolio of published work
Crucially, if your CV speaks to the points above, this role is worth a closer look.