Electrical Quantity Surveyor – Leading Electrical Contractor
Capetown
4 days ago

Salary: 35000 Monthly

Electrical Quantity Surveyor – Leading Electrical contractor

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Internal Auditor (Independent Contractor)
Johannesburg
7 days ago

Identify, assess, and mitigate business and financial risks, and evaluate the effectiveness of risk management strategies.

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Mining Consultant - Contractor Integration (6 Month Contract)
Any Location
9 days ago

If mining operations are your forté, this 6-month contract in Zambia offers the opportunity to embed with an assigned Business Partner contractor operation to implement structured routines, shopfloor management tools, and integrated safety coaching practices that uplift immediate performance and entrench sustainable operating disciplines.

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Electrical Engineer
Capetown
Today

Salary: Annually

Advance your career in a supportive, future-focused environment. This is more than just a job - it is a career opportunity!A dynamic and innovative Engineering Consulting firm, is looking for the full-time expertise of a registered ECSA Electrical Engineer (Professional or Candidate Engineer nearing registration) or Electrical Engineering Technologist to join their Electrical Engineering Departmen...

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Senior Marine Geotechnical Engineer
Capetown
Today

Salary: 1 200 000

Join a specialist engineering team shaping the future of marine infrastructure in Africa and beyond.

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Senior Quantity Surveyor - DEVELOPER
Capetown
1 day ago

Salary: 85000 Monthly

Senior Quantity Surveyor - DEVELOPER

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Maintenance Admin – (Property Portfolio)
Century City
1 day ago

Salary: R11 000.00 Monthly

Job Description:Wanting a skilled Maintenance Administrator to coordinate work orders, manage contractor tasks, maintain accurate records in CMMS systems, and provide administrative support. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience with maintenance software (MRI/MDA).

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Senior Project Cost Controller
Johannesburg
1 day ago

Senior Project Cost ControllerOur client is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Project Cost Controller to join their project team. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and controlling project expenditure, ensuring financial accuracy, compliance with governance standards, and effective cost management across multidiscipline projects. This role plays a key part ...

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Resident Engineer
Nandoni
2 days ago

Salary: 50000 Monthly

We are seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to oversee construction at a Water Treatment Plant. Must have 7+ years consulting experience, WTW site experience, Code 08 license, and reside in Thohoyandou.

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HR and Payroll Administrative Manager
Tzaneen
2 days ago

Hoedspruit - My client, an established fruit exporter with an office based in Hoedspruit is seeking to employ an HR and Payroll Administrative Manager to join their team.The successful candidate will have Grade 12 (essential) and 5 - 7 years’ experience in HR and Payroll administration (preferably in the agricultural sector).

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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.