Work-Force
Posted recently. We believe great workplaces are built on great people. We are looking for a In-Service Trainee Marketing in Phuthaditjhaba, and we encourage applicants from across Free State to consider this opportunity.
What This Role Involves
An experienced In-Service Trainee Marketing is needed to support operations in Phuthaditjhaba. The role forms part of how the business keeps its in-service training portfolio strong in Free State.
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.
Reasonable working hours and respectful planning are part of how the role runs. The team values strong delivery, and load is balanced fairly across the in-service training group in Phuthaditjhaba.
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 Phuthaditjhaba teams, and the new In-Service Trainee Marketing will feel that from the first week.
Career Growth
This role can grow with you. Strong performers in the in-service training team in Phuthaditjhaba have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.
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 Phuthaditjhaba team member.
Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Phuthaditjhaba have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Free State.
Our Commitment to Transformation
Inclusive recruitment is part of the organisation’s employment practices. Applicants are assessed on relevant qualifications, skills and experience for this role in Phuthaditjhaba.
Crucially, inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Phuthaditjhaba.
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.
Beyond that, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for Free State.
The Environment
On top of that, 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.
On top of that, 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 Phuthaditjhaba site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Beyond that, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in Free State.
Day in the Life
Your day starts with a quick check-in with your mentor and a review of the tasks you’ll shadow or own. You spend time observing experienced colleagues, asking questions and trying small pieces of work yourself. As the day progresses, you capture notes for your logbook, attend team huddles and contribute where you can. The mix of structured learning, real workplace exposure and supportive feedback helps you turn classroom theory into skills you can actually use.
Importantly, the rhythm rewards people who plan ahead but also pivot quickly when Free State operations throw up the unexpected.
No two days look exactly the same — and that variety is part of what keeps the role engaging for the right candidate in Phuthaditjhaba.
Beyond that, the Phuthaditjhaba office buzzes through peak hours and settles into focused, productive lulls in between, giving you time to plan and reset before the next stretch of work.
Based in Phuthaditjhaba
Importantly, the role is based in Phuthaditjhaba, close to the Bloemfontein judicial hub. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Phuthaditjhaba and the broader Free State region.
Many candidates already living within reach of Phuthaditjhaba cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Free State 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 Phuthaditjhaba.
Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Phuthaditjhaba, Free State.
Core Functions
- Support transformation and youth-development objectives of the organisation
- Provide feedback to your mentor on learning gaps and goals
- Participate in team meetings, planning sessions and problem-solving forums
- Shadow experienced professionals and learn department-specific processes
- Build a professional portfolio of evidence for your qualification
- Attend on-site and online learning sessions linked to your qualification
- Complete assessments and submit deliverables on time and to standard
What You’ll Need
- Strong work ethic and professional behaviour at all times
- Able to attend the placement location as scheduled, with reasonable accommodation where applicable
- Available to commit to the full duration of the in-service placement
- Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Currently studying toward a recognised qualification at NQF Level 5 or higher
- Legally entitled to work in South Africa for the duration of the placement
- Good verbal and written communication skills appropriate to the role
If most of these boxes are ticked, you are encouraged to put your name forward.