How much does a Environmental Engineer earn in South Africa?

The estimated salary for Environmental Engineer in South Africa ranges from ZAR 348 000 to ZAR 605 000 ZAR per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 225 job listings

How much does a Environmental Engineer earn in South Africa?

The average salary for a Environmental Engineer in South Africa is ZAR 417 500 - ZAR 546 000 per year.

Salary Guide

Environmental Engineer Salary in South Africa

Based on 225 job listings - 2026

Average salary

R 348 000 - R 605 000

Median salary

R 417 500 - R 546 000

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentileR 263K

25th percentileR 348K

MedianR 487K

75th percentileR 605K

90th percentileR 772K

50% of professionals earn between R 348 000 - R 605 000 ZAR

The median salary is R 487 000

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225 job openings

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The average salary for a Environmental Engineer in South Africa is ZAR 348 000 - ZAR 605 000 per year in 2026. The median salary is ZAR 481 750 per year, based on 225 active job listings.

The cities with the most Environmental Engineer job opportunities in South Africa are Bloemfontein, Polokwane, Sandton, Klerksdorp, Legkraal Gate. Bloemfontein leads with 18 job openings.

Explore 225 Environmental Engineer job listings in South Africa on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.