Finding the perfect job can be frustrating and challenging, and with the multitude of job search sites out there, it can also be overwhelming. Whether you are searching for your first job or looking to take your career to the next level, knowing which sites are worth investing your time in is key to kicking off the process.
Because, let's be honest, no one wants to get excited for no reason, and although that receptionist job at R100k a month may sound enticing, it's definitely a scam. And those WhatsApp messages offering you jobs due to your incredible skills – block those numbers and keep on reading.
Careers24 is a well-known site and with access to thousands of job vacancies, it's definitely a winner. We love that you can search according to region, city, and sector – who knows, your dream job may just be in an idyllic coastal village.
It's free, easy-to-use, and their app lets you search from the comfort of your couch or your local coffee shop. Shortlist your favourite jobs and get notifications for your ideal position straight to your email.
This is another popular site and also allows you to filter your search results. We especially like the ability to filter by popular searches (we always love knowing what everyone else is getting up to!) They describe themselves as the place where possibilities begin, and with the numerous opportunities available, they may just have the ideal position for you.
Pnet is a free site for job seekers, and their app also allows you to create notifications when your dream job is posted. Yip, sit back, and touch up on your interview skills while you wait for that all-important notification bell.
Jobmail has over 14 000 available vacancies, and you can sort by keywords, job title, company, or region, which goes a long way to narrowing down that massive list. We love that they feature a variety of education providers, just in case you need to up your game!
And don't worry, they also have a handy app, so you are guaranteed not to miss any opportunities.
Bestjobs is another one of our favorite sites, and besides the standard searching features, we love the functionality that allows you to search salaries by job category. This feature is perfect for gaining an understanding of what average salaries are for certain positions - we all know how frustrating it is to apply for your dream job only to find out it has your nightmare salary.
On a final note …
Online job search sites are a great way for job seekers and employers to connect. We love that job search sites provide you with easy, instant access to an incredible range of opportunities. Now that we've given you a taster of what's out there, make sure to keep an eye out for our upcoming articles, where we will be going into detail on each of the sites.
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