50% of professionals earn between R 263 750 - R 721 250 ZAR
The median salary is R 492 500
The average salary for a Geologist in South Africa is ZAR 492 500 - ZAR 721 250 per year in 2026. The median salary is ZAR 606 875 per year, based on 152 active job listings.
The cities with the most Geologist job opportunities in South Africa are Kathu, Pretoria, Cape Town, Sandton, Johannesburg. Kathu leads with 23 job openings.
Leading employers for Geologist roles in South Africa include MECS Africa, RPO Recruitment, People Dimension, EXCELLENCE IN PGM's, First Quantum Minerals.
Explore 152 Geologist job listings in South Africa on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.