How much does a metal furnace operator make in South Africa?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is R 9,398 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $6,852
- Compared with the median pay in South Africa
- 1.7 times
- Data from
- 2020
Where South Africa ranks among 142 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $100,000 a year.
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. Switzerland estimate | $98,170 |
| 2. Iceland estimate | $79,770 |
| 3. Luxembourg estimate | $76,390 |
| 74. Samoa estimate | $6,871 |
| 75. South Africa estimate | $6,852 |
| 76. El Salvador estimate | $6,788 |
| 142. Malawi estimate | $426 |
Similar jobs
Technicians and associate professionals
- Power plant operatorR 126,000
- Water plant operatorR 108,200
- Chemical operatorR 122,400
- Process operatorR 138,700
- Pulp control workerR 97,070
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metal furnace operator make a month in South Africa?
The median gross salary is R 9,398 a month, R 112,800 a year.
How much does a metal furnace operator make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around R 98,900 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than R 127,800.
Which country pays a metal furnace operator the most?
Canada, with a median of $65,800 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a metal furnace operator make more in South Africa or in United States?
In United States: $54,430 a year against $6,852 in South Africa, 7.9 times more.
Who makes more, a metal furnace operator or a power plant operator?
A power plant operator: R 126,000 a year against R 112,800 for a metal furnace operator, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2020. How we calculate