50% of professionals earn between R 98 750 - R 266 250 ZAR
The median salary is R 182 500
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The average salary for a Lab Technician in South Africa is ZAR 182 500 - ZAR 266 250 per year in 2026. The median salary is ZAR 224 375 per year, based on 132 active job listings.
The cities with the most Lab Technician job opportunities in South Africa are East London, Bedfordview, Cape Town, Johannesburg, Pretoria. East London leads with 26 job openings.
Leading employers for Lab Technician roles in South Africa include Isilumko Staffing, Profile Personnel, MedE Recruit, Bridgestone, Communicate Finance.
Explore 132 Lab Technician job listings in South Africa on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.