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Waste Water Plant Operator

Average Mid-Career Waste Water Plant Operator Salary in South Africa

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R163,853
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
10%
ZAR 92k
MEDIAN
ZAR 164k
90%
ZAR 227k

The average salary for a Waste Water Plant Operator is R163,853 in 2025

Base Salary
R92k - R227k
Bonus
R13k - R19k
Total Pay
R87k - R244k
Based on 12 salary profiles (last updated Nov 24 2022)
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What Do Waste Water Plant Operators Do?

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Common Health Benefits for a Waste Water Plant Operator

Medical
86%
None
14%

Gender Breakdown for Waste Water Plant Operators

Male
57.1%
Female
42.9%
This data is based on 7 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Waste Water Plant Operators

What is the highest pay for Waste Water Plant Operators?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Waste Water Plant Operator is ZAR 227k / year

What is the lowest pay for Waste Water Plant Operators?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Waste Water Plant Operator is ZAR 92k / year

How can Waste Water Plant Operators increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Waste Water Plant Operator 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 Waste Water Plant Operator that oversees more junior Waste Water Plant Operators, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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