General Worker Jobs in South Africa
General worker roles are the most common entry point into the South African job market, covering factory, warehouse, packing and manual labour positions that rarely require matric or prior experience. This page lists 1086 live general worker vacancies across South Africa, updated on 30 September 2026. Based on listings that quote pay, general worker salaries here run from about R3 000 to R62 500 a month, with a midpoint near R8 500. Pick your city below to narrow the search, or tap Apply on any role to go straight to the source.
Salary guide
| From live listings | R3 000 - R62 500 /mo |
| Typical (median) | R8 500 /mo |
| Market guide (25th to 75th) | R4 500 - R9 000 /mo |
Gross monthly, indicative only. Actual pay depends on employer and experience.
Vacancies (page 1 of 8)
Confidential · Johannesburg, Gauteng
MacBan Direct Marketing · Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Prosperitas Personnel · Centurion, Gauteng
Prosperitas Personnel · Gauteng
Major Tech · South Africa
Major Tech · South Africa
Fuel Retail Association · South Africa
Confidential · Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
Simplex Africa PEA · Benoni, Gauteng
Haymond Consulting · Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal
Express Employment Professionals Durban · Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal
Express Employment Professionals Durban · Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Express Employment Professionals Durban · Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Confidential · Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape
Major Tech · Bloemfontein, Free State
Greys · Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape
Confidential · Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape
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Frequently asked questions
How many general worker jobs are there in South Africa?
We track 1086 live general worker listings nationwide, refreshed on 30 September 2026. Use the city links to see roles near you.
What is the average general worker salary in South Africa?
Based on listings that quote pay, general worker salaries here run from about R3 000 to R62 500 a month, with a midpoint near R8 500.
Where are most general worker jobs in South Africa?
The biggest pools of general worker vacancies are usually in Gauteng (Johannesburg and Pretoria), Cape Town and Durban, but listings come up in every province. Pick your city below.