50% of professionals earn between R 180 000 - R 320 000 ZAR
The median salary is R 240 000
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The average salary for a Lab Technician in South Africa is ZAR 180 000 - ZAR 320 000 per year in 2026. The median salary is ZAR 280 000 per year, based on 149 active job listings.
The cities with the most Lab Technician job opportunities in South Africa are East London, Pretoria, Cape Town, Durban, Potchefstroom. East London leads with 17 job openings.
Leading employers for Lab Technician roles in South Africa include MedE Recruit.
Explore 149 Lab Technician job listings in South Africa on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.