Communications Officer, C Upper (Seriti Coal)

About the role

Seriti Coal, New Denmark Colliery in Mpumalanga, is looking for a Communications Officer (C Upper) to implement the company's communication strategy. The role focuses on developing plans and tactics so that all operations share information smoothly with employees and stakeholders, and covers both internal and external communication.

Key responsibilities

• Consolidate communication processes across the site and manage all communication platforms so they stay up to date
• Draft GM communication briefs and newsletter articles, and act as the point of contact for all communications matters
• Manage events and brand positioning and visibility, and manage communication and brand guidelines
• Run site activations according to the Group/Site communication calendar, such as World AIDS Day
• Coordinate logistics for internal and external events and offer comms support to other departments (e.g. HR, Safety)
• Build strong relationships with local media

Required profile

• Diploma or degree in Public Relations, Communication or Journalism (NQF Level 7)
• At least 3 years' experience in a communication or PR environment, with a proven track record in employee engagement and communication
• Experience in brand management and internal communications
• Knowledge of mining legislation (Mine Health and Safety Act, Minerals and Petroleum Resource Development Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Labour Relations Act, Environmental Conservation Act)
• Valid driver's licence
• Advantageous: post-graduate degree (NQF Level 8), media experience, mining industry experience

Required skills

• Good writing and communication skills, event organisation and coordination
• Knowledge of media networks in South Africa and external communication (PR, media, advertising)
• MS Office, Word, Excel and PowerPoint

To apply, submit a PDF CV with certified copies of ID, driver's licence and qualifications, together with a valid driver's licence. Applications not responded to within 30 days of the closing date (22 March 2023) are considered unsuccessful.