Draughtsman Salary in South Africa

R 20,576
per month
per year
R 246,900
per year
per month

Draughtsman Average Salary

The average salary for a Draughtsman in SA is R 20 576 gross per month (R 246 900 gross per year), which is 13% lower than the South Africa's national average salary.
Salary Range: a Draughtsman can expect an average starting salary of R 9 143. The highest salaries can exceed R 43 077.
R 9,143
Low
R 20,576
Average salary
R 43,077
High
R 109,700
Low
R 246,900
Average salary
R 516,900
High

Draughtsman Salary Range - South Africa

Low
R 9,143
Average salary
R 20,576
Senior
R 29,378
High
R 43,077
Low
R 109,700
Average salary
R 246,900
Senior
R 352,500
High
R 516,900
Among Draughtsmen in South Africa, Mechanical Draughtsmen or Electrical Draughtsmen tend to have the lowest salaries, while experienced and highly skilled Architectural Draughtsmen or Engineering Draughtsmen enjoy the highest salaries.

Draughtsman - Salary Differences

JobSalaryDifference
Drawing Office ManagerR 62,550/month
+204% 
Senior DraughtsmanR 29,220/month
+42% 
Architectural DraughtsmanR 22,020/month
+7% 
Electrical DraughtsmanR 21,600/month
+5% 
Engineering DraughtsmanR 19,960/month
 -3%
Mechanical DraughtsmanR 17,280/month
 -16%
Junior DraughtsmanR 10,290/month
 -50%

Draughtsman - Pay by Experience Level

In South Africa, an Entry Level Draughtsman with less than three years of experience can expect to earn an average compensation of R 120 000 gross per year. A mid career Draughtsman with 4-9 years of experience earns an average salary of R 234 000, while a Senior Draughtsman with 10-20 years of experience makes on average R 350 000. Draughtsmen with more than 20 years of experience may earn more than R 450 000 yearly.

How Work Experience Affects the Salary of a Draughtsman in SA

Late Career▲ +82%
Senior▲ +42%
Average SalaryR 246,900/year
Mid Career▼ -5%
Entry Level▼ -51%

Gender Breakdown

Female
11%
Male
89%

Draughtsman Jobs in South Africa by Location

Draughtsman - Related Salaries

The salary and wage information presented on this page is based on the actual salaries offered to candidates in Draughtsman job vacancies published on Jobted South Africa in the last 12 months.
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Frequently asked questions about the salary of the Draughtsman

How much does a Draughtsman make in South Africa?
A Draughtsman in South Africa earns an average of R 20 576 gross per month, which is about R 246 900 gross per year. Everything you need to know about the salary of the Draughtsman updated to 2024.
What is the starting salary for a Draughtsman in South Africa?
The starting salary of a Draughtsman in South Africa is around R 9 143 gross per month. Mechanical Draughtsmen or Electrical Draughtsmen usually have a lower salary.
What is the highest salary for a Draughtsman in South Africa?
The highest salary of a Draughtsman in South Africa can reach and exceed R 43 077 gross per month. Architectural Draughtsmen or Engineering Draughtsmen usually have the highest salaries.
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