How much does a Crane Operator earn in South Africa?

The estimated salary for Crane Operator in South Africa ranges from ZAR 280 000 to ZAR 650 000 ZAR per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 38 job listings

How much does a Crane Operator earn in South Africa?

The average salary for a Crane Operator in South Africa is ZAR 420 000 - ZAR 650 000 per year.

Salary Guide

Crane Operator Salary in South Africa

Based on 38 job listings - 2026

Average salary

R 280 000 - R 650 000

Median salary

R 420 000 - R 650 000

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentileR 224K

25th percentileR 280K

MedianR 420K

75th percentileR 650K

90th percentileR 748K

50% of professionals earn between R 280 000 - R 650 000 ZAR

The median salary is R 420 000

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Crane Operator

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The average salary for a Crane Operator in South Africa is ZAR 280 000 - ZAR 650 000 per year in 2026. The median salary is ZAR 535 000 per year, based on 38 active job listings.

The cities with the most Crane Operator job opportunities in South Africa are Pretoria, Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, Epping. Pretoria leads with 7 job openings.

Explore 38 Crane Operator job listings in South Africa on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.