Ai & Automation Specialist (Generative Engine Optimization Focus)

Tax Consulting South Africa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Gauteng is seeking a motivated AI & Automation Specialist to support generative engine optimization. The role focuses on automating tasks and improving brand visibility in AI-generated responses. Ideal candidates will have proficiency in generative AI tools and WordPress, and experience with APIs. Join a forward-thinking team operating at the intersection of AI and SEO, with opportunities for growth in data analysis and strategy.

Benefits

Opportunities for growth into strategy

Work with cutting-edge tools

Qualifications

• Experience with structured data/schema markup.
• Comfortable evaluating AI output behavior.
• Self-starter with an interest in new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and build bots for tracking brand mentions.
• Automate repetitive reporting tasks using APIs.
• Support content optimization and structured data implementation.

Skills

Experience in automating tasks using bots or scripts

Familiarity with generative AI tools

Proficiency in WordPress

Understanding of APIs and data scraping

Strong problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Google Search Console

Google Sheets (Apps Script)

SEO tools like Ahrefs or SEMrush

Job description

AI & Automation Specialist (Generative Engine Optimization Focus) AI & Automation Specialist (Generative Engine Optimization Focus) Job Title : AI & Automation Specialist (Generative Engine Optimization Focus) Location : Bryanston, Sandton, Working hours : 3pm - 12am (nightshift) About the Role : We are looking for a highly motivated and technically capable AI & Automation Specialist to support our Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) initiatives.

This role is ideal for someone who has a strong interest in emerging AI technologies, experience in automating tasks using bots or scripts, and is comfortable working within the WordPress ecosystem.

The ideal candidate will help us improve how our content and brands are represented in AI-generated responses across search engines and other generative tools (e.g., Google's AI Overviews, Perplexity, ChatGPT).

You will work closely with our SEO, content, and technical teams to identify automation opportunities, build tracking tools, and support technical content implementation.

Key Responsibilities : Design and build bots or scripts to track brand mentions in AI-generated search summaries (e.g., Google SGE, Perplexity, ChatGPT).

Assist in building dashboards or tools that surface trends in generative search visibility.

Collaborate with the SEO and content teams to support WordPress-based site optimization.

Automate repetitive research or reporting tasks using APIs, scraping tools, or workflows.

Conduct light research and summarization on AI search engine behavior and changes.

Support content optimization and structured data implementation in WordPress.

Stay up to date on the latest trends in generative AI, search engine behavior, and automation tools.

Requirements : Working knowledge of generative AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity).

Proficiency in WordPress, including plugins, basic theme editing, and SEO best practices.

Understanding of APIs, data scraping, and webhooks.

Comfortable analysing or summarising technical information and AI output behavior.

Self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills and an interest in learning new technologies.

Nice to Have : Experience working with SEO tools like Ahrefs, SEMrush, or RankMath.

Familiarity with structured data / schema markup.

Experience using Google Search Console, Google Sheets (Apps Script), or Looker Studio.

Previous experience with content tracking, monitoring, or digital brand reputation tools.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a forward-thinking team working at the intersection of SEO and AI.

Play a key role in shaping how brands adapt to the future of generative search.

Work with cutting-edge tools and processes in a fast-paced digital environment.

Opportunities for growth into strategy, data analysis, or AI product roles.

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