Work-Force
Applications are warmly invited for a Public Relations Officer role based in Standerton. We welcome candidates from every background across Mpumalanga who are ready to grow with us.
Overview
An experienced Public Relations Officer is needed to support operations in Standerton. The role forms part of how the business keeps its marketing jobs portfolio strong in Mpumalanga.
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.
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 Standerton teams, and the new Public Relations Officer will feel that from the first week.
The role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Standerton 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 marketing jobs team and trusted external partners. Building those relationships early makes the next twelve months in Standerton much easier.
About Standerton
In addition, the role is based in Standerton, along the N4 Maputo Development Corridor. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Standerton and the broader Mpumalanga region.
Many candidates already living within reach of Standerton 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.
If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in Standerton, Mpumalanga.
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 Standerton.
Equal Opportunity
In addition, the organisation is committed to transformation and equal opportunity. Hiring is on merit, and applications are actively encouraged from women, youth, people with disabilities and other historically disadvantaged groups in line with the Employment Equity plan and B-BBEE objectives.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Standerton.
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.
Why This Role
Notably, the company invests in the people who join it. From structured onboarding to ongoing skills development, you will find clear paths to grow your career in marketing jobs from your base in Standerton. Many colleagues across Mpumalanga have moved into senior roles after starting in positions just like this one.
Beyond 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 Standerton keep progressing.
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 Standerton teams.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this position open to recent graduates?
Yes. Provided the minimum requirements listed above are met, graduates are warmly encouraged to put their names forward.
Is there opportunity for promotion?
Definitely. Strong performers regularly move into senior, supervisory or specialist roles within the business.
Is reasonable accommodation supported for applicants with disabilities?
Practically speaking, yes. The hiring team is committed to inclusive recruitment and engages on reasonable accommodation as part of the process.
Is training provided for this position?
Importantly, yes. New joiners receive structured onboarding, and ongoing coaching and skills development are built into how the team operates.
Day in the Life
You usually start by scanning campaign dashboards over coffee, checking performance against targets and flagging anything that needs attention. Mornings are often given to creative work — briefing designers, refining copy, planning the next content drop — while afternoons mix stakeholder meetings, agency calls and a steady stream of approvals. In between, you’re watching what competitors are doing, listening to what customers are saying online, and shaping the next set of experiments to push the brand forward.
Notably, the Standerton 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.
No two days look exactly the same — and that variety is part of what keeps the role engaging for the right candidate in Standerton.
Practically speaking, the rhythm rewards people who plan ahead but also pivot quickly when Mpumalanga operations throw up the unexpected.
Growing With Us
Career progression here is real, not a slogan. The marketing jobs space in Standerton 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.
Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Standerton team member.
Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Standerton have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Mpumalanga.
Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.
Your Workplace
Beyond that, 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.
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.
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.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Standerton site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Daily Duties
- Manage email marketing journeys, segmentation and lifecycle automation
- Support sales teams with collateral, presentations and trade activations
- Manage brand assets, tone of voice and corporate identity guidelines
- Conduct market research and competitor analysis to inform positioning
- Optimise organic search performance through on-page and technical SEO
- Create on-brand content for web, social, email and in-store
- Test, learn and iterate on creative, channels and audience targeting
Essential Criteria
- 2-4 years’ experience in a marketing or communications role
- Experience with email marketing platforms (Mailchimp, HubSpot, etc.)
- Working knowledge of CMS platforms (WordPress preferred)
- Hands-on experience with Google Analytics, Search Console and Tag Manager
- Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Marketing, Communications or related field
Candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.