Safety Officer - Contractor / Temporary
Vereeniging
7 days ago
Safety Officer (
contractor / temporary assignment) required for our reputable and well-established chemical manufacturing client to be based in Sasolburg. A minimum of 2 to 5 years' experience as a Safety Officer in a manufacturing environment is required to ensure that occupation health and safety practices in line with the OHS Act and other application legislation are implemented and maint...
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SAS Risk / Quant Analyst (Contractor)
Johannesburg
75 days ago
Salary: Market-related
Specialist credit risk analytics role requiring deep SAS expertise
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Training Manager (Technical - MERSETA and QCTO) â Alberton
Johannesburg
Today
Salary: Monthly
Lead and manage the company training academy within the automotive environment, ensuring effective delivery of technical and compliance training, successful administration of apprenticeships/learnerships, internships and workplace experience programs, and full adherence to applicable legislative, regulatory, OEM/customer and internal governance requirements. Drive skills development outcomes, work...
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Quantity Surveyor
Capetown
Today
Quantity Surveyor (Electrical Industry Exp.)Our Client an established Electrical
contractor in the Cape Town area, is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor with sound knowledge of the Electrical Construction /Contracting environment.
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Job Description - Environmental Control Officer – 8 Months Fixed Term Contract – Cape Town - RK200426-4252
Capetown
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Salary: A competitive market related remuneration will be on offer
Job Description - Environmental Control Officer – 8 Months Fixed Term Contract – Cape Town - RK200426-4252
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Specialist: Transformation & Empowerment
Johannesburg
Today
Salary: R807 700 - R1050 000 per annum
Specialist: Transformation & Empowerment - Johannesburg
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Junior Geometric Engineer - Urban and Rural Roads design
Pretoria
Today
Salary: Market related
To provide discipline specific, specialist engineering and project management services to iX enginee
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Junior Quantity Surveyor
Johannesburg
3 days ago
Salary: 20000 Monthly
Dynamic construction company is looking for a Junior Quantity Surveyor to join their team on site working on high end residential, commercial and industrial projects in Gauteng.The position will support the site and commercial team through accurate measurement, payment certification and contractual administration on live construction projects ranging from R50m to R300m under JBCC contracts.This is...
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Quantity Surveyor
Sandton
3 days ago
Salary: Monthly
A construction company that deals with High-end residential, commercial and industrial projects across Gauteng is looking for a Quantity Surveyor with a minimum of 5 years
contractor experience to join their team.The position is required to account, ensuring:Cost Estimation and BOQ creationContractual compliance (JBCC)Cashflow controlRisk and claim managementThis role is responsible for end-to-end...
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Residential Development Manager
Cape Town
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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.