50% of professionals earn between R 92 500 - R 247 500 ZAR
The median salary is R 170 000
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The average salary for a Lab Technician in South Africa is ZAR 170 000 - ZAR 247 500 per year in 2026. The median salary is ZAR 208 750 per year, based on 143 active job listings.
The cities with the most Lab Technician job opportunities in South Africa are East London, Bedfordview, Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban. East London leads with 27 job openings.
Leading employers for Lab Technician roles in South Africa include Isilumko Staffing, Profile Personnel, MedE Recruit, Bridgestone, HYVEST GROUP (Pty) Ltd.
Explore 143 Lab Technician job listings in South Africa on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.