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Water Treatment Operator

Average Early-Career Water Treatment Operator with Machine Operation Skills Hourly Pay in South Africa

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R73.31
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Avg. Base Hourly Rate (ZAR)

The average hourly pay for a Water Treatment Operator is R73.31 in 2025

Hourly Rate
R0 - R73
Bonus
R0 - R9k
Total Pay
R12k - R170k
(last updated Oct 23 2023)
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What Do Water Treatment Operators Do?

Water Treatment Operator Tasks
  • Maintain water testing and treatment plant equipment.
  • Maintains documentation and records of plant operations and data.
  • Collect, test, and analyze water samples.
  • Operate wells and chemical feed systems, and oversee store tank levels to ensure compliance with regulations.
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Common Health Benefits for a Water Treatment Operator

Medical
50%
None
50%

Gender Breakdown for Water Treatment Operators

Female
66.7%
Male
33.3%
This data is based on 3 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Water Treatment Operators

What is the highest pay for Water Treatment Operators?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Water Treatment Operator is ZARNaN / hour

What is the lowest pay for Water Treatment Operators?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Water Treatment Operator is ZARNaN / hour

How can Water Treatment Operators increase their salary?

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

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