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Maintenance Worker

Average Maintenance Worker Salary in South Africa

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R83,376
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
25%
ZAR 36k
MEDIAN
ZAR 83k
75%
ZAR 165k

The average salary for a Maintenance Worker is R83,376 in 2025

Base Salary
R36k - R165k
Bonus
R6k - R8k
Total Pay
R6k - R227k
Based on 14 salary profiles (last updated Mar 15 2023)
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Common Health Benefits for a Maintenance Worker

None
100%

Gender Breakdown for Maintenance Workers

Male
100.0%
This data is based on 4 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Maintenance Workers

What is the highest pay for Maintenance Workers?

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What is the lowest pay for Maintenance Workers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Maintenance Worker is ZARNaN / year

How can Maintenance Workers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Maintenance Worker is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Maintenance Worker that oversees more junior Maintenance Workers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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