Top 10 fastest-growing jobs in South Africa for 2025 revealed
A recent CareerJunction report reveals that certain jobs in South Africa have experienced significant growth over the past few years.
Recent data shows that while South Africa’s job market may be cooling overall, certain professions are experiencing remarkable growth.
The CareerJunction Employment Insights Report for Q2 2025 reports that total job vacancies have fallen 4.2% year-on-year and 11.1% over the past two years.
However, an analysis of long-term hiring trends from 2021 to 2025 reveals that demand for some roles is surging, in some cases more than doubling.
Top 10 fastest-growing jobs in South Africa from 2021 to 2025
The report indicated that these high-growth positions span both traditional industries and technology-driven sectors, reflecting a mixed economy where skilled professionals remain in short supply.
| Rank | Job Role | Demand Growth (since 2021) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Civil/Structural Engineer | +232% |
| 2 | Mechanical Engineer | +142% |
| 3 | Payroll & Wage Officer | +78% |
| 4 | Tool & Die Maker | +78% |
| 5 | Graphic Designer | +63% |
| 6 | Electrical/Electronic Equipment Technician | +57% |
| 7 | Tax Specialist | +33% |
| 8 | Business Developer | +23% |
| 9 | Senior Manager | +23% |
| 10 | Executive Manager/Director | +14% |