Property Inspector - Independent Contractor
Gqeberha
13 days ago

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Contract Manager / Senior Site Agent – Leading Building Contractor | Cape Town
Capetown
19 days ago

Contract Manager / Senior Site Agent – Leading Building contractor | Cape Town

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Quantity Surveyor – Bramley Park, Sandton Fast-Paced Building Projects | Leading Building Contractor
Johannesburg
20 days ago

Salary: 35000 Monthly

Quantity Surveyor – Bramley Park, SandtonFast-Paced Building Projects | Leading Building contractor

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Tender Administrator – Electrical Contractor | Airport Industria, Cape Town
Capetown
27 days ago

Salary: 22000 Monthly

Tender Administrator – Electrical contractor | Airport Industria, Cape Town

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Independent Contractor Drivers
Johannesburg
61 days ago

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Packaging Quality Controller
Amanzimtoti
Today

Salary: R0 per year

Accountable for specialist outputs, as well as initiating quality standards within defined work rout

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Construction Supervisor – Electrical (Mining)
Kimberly
1 day ago

Construction Supervisor – Electrical (Mining)One of our clients, a leading international mining organisation focused on the safe, responsible and sustainable development of its mining operations, is seeking an experienced Construction Supervisor – Electrical to join their project team. The position will be based at a major mining project in Postmasburg, Northern Cape, and will be respo...

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Construction Supervisor – Civil (Mining)
Kimberly
1 day ago

Construction Supervisor – Civil (Mining)Our client, a leading international mining organisation committed to responsible mining, operational excellence and sustainable project development, is seeking an experienced Construction Supervisor – Civil to join their project team. The position will be based at a major mining project in Postmasburg, Northern Cape, where the successful candidat...

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Construction Manager – Mining Projects
Kimberly
1 day ago

Construction Manager – Mining ProjectsA leading mining and engineering company is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to join its project team on a major mining project based in Postmasburg, Northern Cape. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing construction planning, execution, quality, contractors and site activities, ensuring the project is delivered safely, wi...

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Pretoria
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The complete guide to contracting jobs

The main difference between an employee, who is hired permanently, and an independent contractor is the nature of the contract.

In a Contract of Service, an employee promises to provide services to an employer in exchange for payment, rather than agreeing to perform specific duties for a set period of time.

To put it slightly different, a contract with an independent contractor is usually a contract in which the contractor agrees to do a specific service or task and is paid when the service or task is done or when the agreed-upon result is produced.

We’ve compiled the ultimate guide to contractor jobs in South Africa.

What does a contracting job entail?

An Independent Contractor is not subject to the control or direction of the organisation, corporation, or individual who would be considered his, her, or its client. This means that an Independent Contractor is not subject to the terms of the employment agreement. The Independent Contractor is, in essence, performing the service as part of his or hers own firm.

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What career opportunities are there for contracting jobs?

Many young people in today do not want to have a career that lasts their entire life with a single company. At the same time, businesses are increasingly wanting to harness expertise and talents when they need them and on an adhoc bases which creates flexibility.  This   means that there are more  opportunities for individuals to choose the type of job they do, the times  they work, and even the location of their employment.

How to get a contractor job

If a contractor is looking for their first contract or looking for fresh contract employment, taking a targeted approach to obtaining contractor jobs can increase their odds of success, decrease their unpaid time between contracts, and increase their rates. Finding work as a contractor requires a different approach than looking for a full-time job.

However the basics are the same as with any job search, starting with an  excellent resume or CV is essential. Submit your resume to job boards and search for open positions. All online applications for contract work should be tracked  so that you can keep a record of what  has been submitted and when. As you are keeping records of all aaplications  it will be a good idea to follow up on them by calling the designated person at the recruitment agency or at the company.

How to become a contractor

When applying for jobs, it's a good idea to put down somewhere that you're open to being considered for freelance or contract work.

Pros and cons of being a contractor

Advantages

  • You decide when, where, and how much to work.
  • Contractors are paid by hour.
  • You obtain significant client experience.
  • You can work from home and explore a variety of office setups.
  • You build a client and coworker network.
  • Compared to permanent employment, you can charge more.

Disadvantages

  • How many contracts you have can affect your income and earnings.
  • Employers can cancel agreements with 24 hours' notice, so nothing is guaranteed.
  • Home or car loans may be denied.
  • You must pay your own income tax.
  • You need to be responsible and save for your pension fund and medical aid.
  • You need to acquire your own tools.
Frequently asked questions

Is contracting a good career

You should consider a contract job since it provides greater experience, education, and control over your schedule.

Are contracting jobs in demand?

Yes, businesses want to access expertise whenever they need it.

How much do contractors earn?

This will all depend upon the job that you are contracting to do but you will be paid substantially more than a full time employee.