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Applications are warmly invited for a In-Service Trainee Marketing role based in George. We welcome candidates from every background across Western Cape who are ready to grow with us.
About This Position
The In-Service Trainee Marketing position is part of an ongoing recruitment drive across Western Cape. The brief has been shaped carefully, with a focus on delivery in George and across the in-service training space.
Importantly, the organisation keeps reporting lines clean and expectations realistic. Performance is measured against a small, agreed set of metrics, and there are no surprise yardsticks for the In-Service Trainee Marketing taking on this position.
On top of that, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in George also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.
Stakeholders for this position include line managers, peers across the in-service training team and trusted external partners. Building those relationships early makes the next twelve months in George much easier.
Based in George
Beyond that, the role is based in George, within reach of Century City. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across George and the broader Western Cape region.
If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in George, Western Cape.
Many candidates already living within reach of George cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Western Cape economy.
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 George.
Why Join Us
Few roles let you see the impact of your work as quickly as this one. Every shift, project and decision in George contributes to real outcomes for clients and colleagues across the in-service training space in Western Cape.
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 Western Cape.
On top of that, 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 George keep progressing.
Recognition matters here. Strong performers are noticed quickly, and many promotions across the business have started in the George teams.
The Environment
Crucially, the environment is structured for learning, with experienced mentors, clear expectations and steady feedback. You will be treated as part of the team while you build practical skills.
Practically speaking, 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.
A respectful, professional environment is the standard in Western Cape. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the George site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Your Future Here
This role can grow with you. Strong performers in the in-service training team in George have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.
Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in George have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Western Cape.
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 George team member.
Your Role
- Maintain a workplace logbook in line with your institution’s requirements
- Comply with all company policies, codes of conduct and safety rules
- Support transformation and youth-development objectives of the organisation
- Attend on-site and online learning sessions linked to your qualification
- Provide feedback to your mentor on learning gaps and goals
What You’ll Need
- Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Currently studying toward a recognised qualification at NQF Level 5 or higher
- Good verbal and written communication skills in English
- Willingness to learn, take feedback and adapt quickly
- Legally entitled to work in South Africa for the duration of the placement
- Reliable transport to the placement location
- References from your institution or previous employers
Each application is reviewed carefully, and strong matches against the criteria above will move forward in the process.