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Some of the highest paying jobs in South Africa

12 July 2016

Everyone wants to have an occupation doing what they love, a job they have a passion for and an occupation they would never get bored of. I mean, if you think about it, we do spend a huge portion of our lives at work. However, for most South Africans the other important factor is how much will their "perfect" job pay? Here is a list of some of the highest paying jobs in South Africa. While some of you may think that it's not within your reach, the truth is that you will be surprised! 

Highest paying jobs in South Africa​​

Software Engineer

We all love using a laptop or computer, more often than we actually use a pen and page or read a newspaper. A software engineer makes this possible for us. They are the geeks behind a computer instructing it to perform its functions as a user commands. This is all done with specialised coding and programming. Now for the shocking part, an average software engineer in South Africa earns approximately R295 992 per year, but this increases rapidly depending on the experience and skills you attain.

Airplane Pilot

Who hasn't thought of being an airplane pilot when they were younger? Well, those that did make it into this very difficult industry will be flying really high. To become an airplane pilot for a very big airline, requires a lot of flying hours. This may seem time consuming and expensive but the heights for your career is worth it. The salary of this career varies according to the airline however, an average airplane pilot can earn about R372 001 per year but you can expect to earn a lot more if you are qualified and experienced. Find airport jobs to suit your needs today. 

Accountant / Auditor

One of the highest paying jobs in South Africa is an Accountant or Auditor. Yes, that's right, the people that prepare and examine the financial records of a business and ensuring the balance sheets and financial statements are all in order have made the list! An average accountant / auditor totals up a salary of about R476 000 per annum. But this amount is dependent on experience, qualification and skill. Looking for accountant jobs? Visit The Working Earth to look for vacancies.

Doctor / Medical Specialist

Off course they are on the list! The salary range for doctors and medical specialists varies greatly based on the field you wish to pursue. There are a lot of different branches and fields in the medical industry and they tend to earn according to the specific medical field, skills and experience. An average general practitioner earns about R476 000 per annum, but as explained above this amount increases as you specialise.

 

Air Traffic Controllers

Who would have thought the person controlling routes of airplanes gets paid more than the person controlling the actual airplane? Air traffic controllers are responsible for keeping the air ways safe. This occupation requires a lot of concentration as air traffic controllers have to reroute aircrafts to avoid crashes. This is a very stressful job as they are responsible if anything goes wrong. Due to the amount of risk involved in their work environment they earn about R583 450 per year.

IT Managers

The technology era arrived and is here to stay. Pretty much every human being is affected by technology and the rapid changes of technology. Due to this, there is a higher demand for IT professionals and managers. A beginner IT professional that is in possession of a Bachelors or Masters Degree can expect to earn approximately R587 230 per year.

Lawyers

Every company and individual has to go through a legal case at least once in their lifetime. Companies are faced with legalities more often and this brings about the need for legal understanding and advice. It is due to this that lawyers are always in demand. Qualified lawyers in South Africa can expect to earn a starting salary between R643 440 and R655 000 per annum.

Here you have it. Some of the highest paying jobs in South Africa. Are you looking for one of the highest paying jobs in South Africa? Browse The Working Earth and Jonti for your dream job.

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