Work-Force
Posted recently. We believe great workplaces are built on great people. We are looking for a SEO Specialist in Mbombela, and we encourage applicants from across Mpumalanga to consider this opportunity.
About This Position
This SEO Specialist role sits within the marketing jobs function in Mbombela. It offers a defined scope, clear measures of success, and the support of an experienced team across Mpumalanga.
The successful applicant is given the room to plan, deliver and review their work without unnecessary noise. The organisation has built its Mbombela team on trust, and the SEO Specialist role will feel that from week one.
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 Mbombela teams, and the new SEO Specialist will feel that from the first week.
Where You’ll Work
Crucially, 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.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Mbombela site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Meet the Team
Beyond that, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Mbombela 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.
Practically speaking, the team mix in Mbombela reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.
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.
Based in Mbombela
Equally, the role is based in Mbombela, near the Secunda petrochemical hub. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Mbombela and the broader Mpumalanga region.
Many candidates already living within reach of Mbombela 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.
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 Mbombela.
Core Functions
- Manage email marketing journeys, segmentation and lifecycle automation
- Conduct market research and competitor analysis to inform positioning
- Optimise organic search performance through on-page and technical SEO
- Support sales teams with collateral, presentations and trade activations
- Monitor brand reputation and respond to customer comments online
- Track campaign performance against KPIs and produce monthly reports
- Manage paid media budgets across Google, Meta and LinkedIn
Essential Criteria
- Experience with email marketing platforms (Mailchimp, HubSpot, etc.)
- Strong project management and organisational skills
- Solid understanding of SEO and content marketing principles
- Creative thinker who can also analyse data and report on ROI
- Hands-on experience with Google Analytics, Search Console and Tag Manager
- Excellent written and verbal communication in English
Candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.