South Africa, like any other country in the world, has its moments when unemployment is at its highest. Times when people are desperate to find work to support their families and make ends meet. If you’re one of those people looking for a job, knowing which companies are hiring can be invaluable information as it means you can apply to multiple positions at once with minimal effort on your part and thus increase your chances of landing a job. So if you’re looking to get hired quickly, take a look at these 10 companies that are hiring more people in South Africa right now!
1) Shoprite
Shoprite is a major South African retail chain with more than 350 stores, employing an estimated 17 000 people. The company has been around since 1969 and stocks a range of groceries, clothing, electronics and appliances. Last year it registered strong growth across most of its divisions as it expanded internationally into neighbouring countries. If you’re looking for a job that can help you pay your bills while you study or take care of family duties, then Shoprite could be a good option for you. For more information about jobs at Shoprite, check out their career page .
2) Pick n Pay
This well-known retailer is a big player in many countries around the world, but they’re especially dominant on their home turf. As of January 2018, Pick n Pay employs around 23 000 people. Like other major companies, they do a lot of hiring year-round as well as offer seasonal work for extra employees during Christmas. So if you can handle busy shopping days and long hours during December and January (and don’t mind walking or standing all day), working for Pick n Pay could be a great choice. They also hire some part-time staff at their smaller stores located throughout Cape Town and Johannesburg – if you’re looking to work part time while going to school, these could be ideal positions for you.
3) Woolworths
Woolworths is an iconic brand name, and has been a leading figure in retail for over 130 years. It serves its customers through a network of more than 2 000 stores across Southern Africa, with a special focus on food retailing. The company provides consumers with an unparalleled range of products, quality service and value for money. It also strives to build long-term relationships with its suppliers and partners through innovative supplier development initiatives designed to drive better value from producers whilst protecting ethical sourcing practices.
4) Coca-Cola Amatil South Africa
Coca-Cola Amatil employs more than 1,800 people across its bottling operations and offices in Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town. The company has been making a commitment to grow employment through a recruitment campaign. Coca-Cola’s HR department said it is actively looking for suitable candidates to join its business. Coca-Cola offers career opportunities at all levels – graduates through to management – as well as a variety of training programmes.
5) Nestle SA
Nestle SA is a Swiss transnational food and drink company headquartered in Vevey, Vaud, Switzerland. It is the largest food company in the world measured by revenues. Nestle’s products include baby food, bottled water, breakfast cereals, coffee and tea, confectionery, dairy products, ice cream and many others. The company is divided into two main operating companies which include Nestle S.A., based in Vevey and many other smaller subsidiaries located around Europe and third world countries. Nestle SA also owns over twenty brands including Nescafeand Nespresso. In 2012 it ranked No.
6) Vodacom
Vodacom is one of South Africa’s leading communications and technology companies, offering innovative and competitive mobile telephony, data services and Internet products to customers. With a current customer base of more than 25 million subscribers and serving over 32 million accounts across Africa, Vodacom has always had an unwavering focus on people. And we’re constantly looking for individuals who can help us continue our growth story by joining our talented team of people already working hard to shape a better future. And if you’re going to be part of our family, then you should know a little bit about us first…and what we look for when hiring new employees!
7) FNB
One of South Africa’s largest banks, FNB offers banking and insurance services to businesses and individuals. The bank is a major investor in local communities through its financial literacy initiatives, microfinance programs and support for small business development. Their consumer products include savings accounts, mortgages, credit cards and investment products. FNB has more than 1,600 branches across 11 African countries and employs more than 46,000 people worldwide.
8) Adidas Digital Innovation Hub
This arm of Adidas is responsible for developing innovative digital technology and applications, while also providing seamless customer service. To be considered for a job with Adidas Digital Innovation Hub, you need to have a Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, as well as three years of experience managing complex digital projects. In addition to your degree and experience, you’ll also need some soft skills: good communication skills, an ability to work both independently and within a team environment, and creativity when it comes to problem solving. Jobs here will take you around the world — if you’re based in Europe or North America, jobs will mostly be at HQ; if you’re based on another continent (like Asia or Africa), they’ll probably be more location-based.
9) Investec Bank Limited
Investec Bank is one of South Africa’s most trusted brands. Investec offers a broad range of banking products and services, including retail, corporate and investment banking, private banking, business finance, venture capital investment and asset management. Many people choose to invest in Investec Bank because it provides them with access to over R 1.2 trillion worth of financial services. In addition to its corporate and business-to-business customers, Investec also serves private clients who want an alternative to mainstream commercial banks or who want specialist advice on how best to manage their money or investments. The bank also prides itself on providing excellent customer service through its dedicated teams at local branches and call centres as well as via e-mail or Internet chat services 24 hours a day.
10) PwC Advisory Services
Professional services firms such as PwC hire more people in South Africa than many others. They offer a great starting salary and plenty of room for growth. They also have a strong commitment to community service, which is attractive to potential candidates. If you want to work for PwC, consider getting your CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) certification from ISACA—it’ll look great on your resume! Remember that even if you go through all of their training, they’re only likely to hire you if they see what they perceive as extraordinary talent. That means pursuing opportunities with other firms (not just PwC) and developing advanced technical skills on your own time. Want to get ahead?
Conclusion
Everyone wants to work for a place where they feel valued and appreciated. In order to do so, it’s crucial to find a company that is willing to hire more people. If you find yourself applying for jobs and aren’t hearing back from any of them, take a step back and look at your application materials. Are you giving recruiters reasons not to choose you? Be honest with yourself about your job search, as only then can you pinpoint what needs improvement. For example, if you apply for jobs but never hear back from employers, ask yourself whether or not your resume showcases your value as an employee and if it clearly communicates what skills you have acquired during previous positions.