Entry-level IT Support Technician salary in South Africa
What first-year it support technicians actually earn in South Africa, the path from entry to mid-level, and the hourly rate behind those monthly numbers.
Starting pay
R12 000/mo
After 1–2 years
R22 000/mo
Hourly rate
R69–R127/hr
What you'll earn as a junior it support technician
- • Most first-year it support technicians start between R12 000 and R22 000 per month.
- • That works out to roughly R69–R127 per hour on a 40-hour week.
- • Education path: N+ / A+ / IT diploma.
- • Typical experience needed at entry: Helpdesk and end-user support.
- • Within 3–5 years, mid-level pay rises to around R30 000/month.
From entry to mid-level
Within 3–5 years, mid-level it support technician pay rises to around R30 000/month - a 150% increase over your starting salary.
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