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46 Jobs in Durban
The 13th cheque and UIF contributions structure the annual pay rhythm for workers across South Africa's formal employment sectors.
Average salary: ZAR 418,907
Average salary
ZAR 418,907
across 43 jobs
- Investment Analytics Manager
- Jellyfish
- Johannesburg, Cape Town +1 more, South Africa
- ZAR 700,000 – ZAR 950,000New

- Key Account Manager NW
- UPL
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 400,000 – ZAR 600,000New

- Customer Support Representative
- Mr Price Group
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 120,000 – ZAR 180,000New

- IT Support
- Jonsson Workwear
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 180,000 – ZAR 300,000New

- PHP Developer
- Custom Connect
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 300,000 – ZAR 480,000New

- Make-Up Artist
- The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 90,000 – ZAR 120,000New

- Credit Solutions Specialist
- FirstRand Corporate Centre
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 600,000 – ZAR 900,000New

- Deal Maker
- Absa Group
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 400,000 – ZAR 600,000New

- Team Leader Collections
- Mr Price Group
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 300,000 – ZAR 420,000

- Grants Management Specialist
- Africa Health Research Institute (AHRI)
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 350,000 – ZAR 500,000

- Sales Support Specialist
- NTT DATA
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 300,000 – ZAR 420,000

- Pre-analytical Clerk - Data Capturer
- JDJ Diagnostics
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 120,000 – ZAR 180,000

- Associate Technology Solutions Sales Specialist
- NTT DATA
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 400,000 – ZAR 600,000

- Learnership - Long Term Insurance (KZN)
- Discovery
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 60,000 – ZAR 120,000

- Sales Representative
- DSV
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 200,000 – ZAR 300,000

- Customer Service Consultant: Short Term Insurance
- Telesure Investment Holdings
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 200,000 – ZAR 300,000

- HC Operations Senior Associate
- PwC
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 450,000 – ZAR 650,000

- Private Wealth Banker
- Absa Group
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 500,000 – ZAR 1,000,000

- Collections Agent
- Mr Price Group
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 120,000 – ZAR 180,000

- Senior Systems Engineer
- Mr Price Group
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 800,000 – ZAR 1,100,000

- IT Technical Support Engineer
- Cullinan Holdings
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 250,000 – ZAR 400,000

- Payroll Administrator
- JAM Clothing
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 180,000 – ZAR 240,000

- Courier
- FedEx
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 72,000 – ZAR 108,000

- Legal Analyst
- RELX
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 300,000 – ZAR 450,000

- Business Development Officer
- Absa Group
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 350,000 – ZAR 500,000

- General Laboratory Assistant
- Africa Health Research Institute (AHRI)
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 120,000 – ZAR 180,000

- Legal Analyst
- LexisNexis
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 400,000 – ZAR 600,000

- HSE Business Partner
- Maersk
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 700,000 – ZAR 950,000

- Commercial Analyst (Telco)
- Mr Price Group
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 450,000 – ZAR 650,000

- General Assistant
- Cashbuild
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 54,000 – ZAR 72,000

- Officer Risk Mitigation
- Absa Group
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 300,000 – ZAR 450,000

- Digital Content Generalist I
- LexisNexis
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 180,000 – ZAR 260,000

- Digital Content Generalist I
- RELX
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 250,000 – ZAR 400,000

- Network Developer
- Engen
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 900,000 – ZAR 1,200,000

- Sampling Team Leader
- ALS
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 200,000 – ZAR 300,000

- Executive Assistant
- PwC
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 200,000 – ZAR 300,000

- Sampler
- ALS
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 120,000 – ZAR 180,000

- Lend Deal Maker II
- FirstRand Corporate Centre
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 800,000 – ZAR 1,200,000

- Realtime Analyst
- WNS Global Services
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 220,000 – ZAR 300,000

- Exports Technical and Development Lead
- UPL
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 600,000 – ZAR 900,000

- Life Telesales Consultant
- Discovery
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 200,000 – ZAR 300,000

- Officer Risk Mitigation
- Absa Group
- Durban, South Africa
- ZAR 300,000 – ZAR 450,000

- Principal Biostatistician
- MMS Holdings
- Johannesburg, Cape Town +3 more, South Africa
- ZAR 800,000 – ZAR 1,200,000

- Data Science Manager
- Jellyfish
- Johannesburg, Cape Town +1 more, South Africa

- Portfolio Manager
- Sanlam
- Durban, South Africa

- Sous Chef
- Marriott International
- Durban, South Africa

Work in South Africa operates within a defined legal framework where employers typically request a CV, identity document, and proof of qualifications before hiring. Most positions are offered on fixed-term or permanent contracts specifying hours, duties, and remuneration. Standard full-time work runs 45 hours weekly, though retail and hospitality often extend beyond this with overtime provisions. Foreign nationals require valid work permits or visas enabling employment. The working year follows the calendar with public holidays observed nationally, while annual leave accrues at minimum 21 days yearly. Pay cycles are usually monthly, with mandatory deductions for UIF (Unemployment Insurance Fund) and tax withholding. Employers across sectors—from manufacturing to professional services—hire continuously, evaluating candidates against role-specific requirements and experience levels.
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Questions
Who can legally work in South Africa?
South African citizens and permanent residents work without restriction; foreign nationals need a valid work permit or visa category permitting employment. Employers verify documentation before engagement.
What documents do employers typically request?
Employers ask for a valid ID document, CV, and educational qualifications or certificates. Criminal background checks are increasingly common across sectors.
What employment contract types exist?
Fixed-term contracts specify an end date; permanent contracts have no fixed termination point; casual contracts cover project or temporary work. All must outline duties, hours, and pay.
What are standard working hours?
Full-time work is legally limited to 45 hours weekly. Overtime beyond this attracts premium rates and requires mutual agreement between employer and employee.
How is overtime compensated?
Overtime hours are paid at time-and-a-half or double-time depending on the contract and sector. Employers must track and properly compensate additional hours.
When does the working year take breaks?
The calendar year governs employment with fixed public holidays. Employees accrue 21 days annual leave minimum, typically taken at employer discretion or by agreement.
How frequently is pay distributed?
Most employers pay monthly on a set date. Payslips itemise gross salary, UIF deduction, tax withholding, and net amount deposited to the employee's bank account.
What is the 13th cheque?
The 13th cheque is an additional month's salary paid in November or December by many employers as an annual bonus. It is not legally mandated but widely practised.
What deductions appear on payslips?
Mandatory deductions include UIF contributions (unemployment insurance) and PAYE tax. Additional deductions may include pension contributions, medical aid, or union dues depending on the employer and employee agreement.
Are employment contracts always written?
Written contracts are standard practice and legally advisable for formal employment. Verbal agreements are enforceable but written documentation protects both parties and clarifies terms.