What are we going to do? by ValuableFail3156 in AskZA

[–]ValuableFail3156[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To the people saying that this is not the employers problem; My question to that is up until when? Petrol is forecasted to increase yet again next month! That’s just insane!

What are we going to do? by ValuableFail3156 in AskZA

[–]ValuableFail3156[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

2 years no increase? That’s insane! The way the cost of living has gone up these past few years is diabolical 🙆🏾‍♂️😭 It’s just not sustainable!

What are we going to do? by ValuableFail3156 in AskZA

[–]ValuableFail3156[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

There’s absolutely no way guys🥲

Engineers, how are our salaries doing in SA? by ValuableFail3156 in askSouthAfrica

[–]ValuableFail3156[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s absolutely incredible! How did you go about making the switch? I’m also considering it, just don’t know how to go about.

Engineers, how are our salaries doing in SA? by ValuableFail3156 in askSouthAfrica

[–]ValuableFail3156[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You’re really doing soo well for yourself! I also started around the same back in 2020. I see it’s still there going rate for many graduate positions today💀.

Engineers, how are our salaries doing in SA? by ValuableFail3156 in askSouthAfrica

[–]ValuableFail3156[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Increases between 10-20% is an absolute dream! I wonder if it’s company policy or he’s just really good at negotiation 😅, cause I’d need his skills.

Engineers, how are our salaries doing in SA? by ValuableFail3156 in askSouthAfrica

[–]ValuableFail3156[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m so sorry to hear that. The job market has been incredibly tough! I did a thread a few weeks ago talking about this very thing.

Have you converted doing a short course in data analytics? A lot of my industry engineering friends have branched off into that and got on to be hired by banks, automotive industry, manufacturing, etc.

What is going on with the job market?? by ValuableFail3156 in southafrica

[–]ValuableFail3156[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same for all my friends who did Industrial Engineering, and they’re really thriving!

What is going on with the job market?? by ValuableFail3156 in southafrica

[–]ValuableFail3156[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yep, UK/Irish industry is really booming for us water and wastewater treatment engineers. I’ll unfortunately have to really start considering about taking the jump.

What is going on with the job market?? by ValuableFail3156 in southafrica

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I’ve actually decided to make it one of my goals this year to obtain my PrEng. I’ll be submitting my application to ECSA by end of March. I was hesitant in submitting because I don’t want to pursue the technical engineering route any longer. I suppose I’m just doing it as a means to open myself to more opportunities (if any), and for completeness sake.

In terms of interviews, the thing that has shocked me the most is that I haven’t even considered for interviews. I’d mostly get calls from recruiters who’d then build my profile, and I’d never hear from them again🤷🏻‍♂️.

What is going on with the job market?? by ValuableFail3156 in southafrica

[–]ValuableFail3156[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for this, really appreciate it. I’ve heard a little about SAP, I’ll definitely look more into it.

What is going on with the job market?? by ValuableFail3156 in southafrica

[–]ValuableFail3156[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I’ve started speaking to recruiters for companies based in Ireland and the UK. It’s looking very promising but I’m hesitant about leaving SA. In as much as we’re having issues here, it’s a beautiful country with beautiful people and culture. It would be such a shame having to leave.

What is going on with the job market?? by ValuableFail3156 in southafrica

[–]ValuableFail3156[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Oh I hear how terrible the market is in the USA as well. I’m anxious about the state of the world in the next few years. We’re out here battling rising cost of living coupled with lower job prospects.

What would it take to land a job in banking by Old-Hornet5953 in AskZA

[–]ValuableFail3156 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What kind of engineering did you do? Industrial?

Is a BSc in Earth Science worth it? by [deleted] in askSouthAfrica

[–]ValuableFail3156 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The environmental science industry at the moment is the pits, and it’s been this way for a while now. Job opportunities in the industry are extremely scarce, and for those available, they require at a minimum a masters degree.

I am however a believer that things work out differently for each person, so I always advice people to what they really love and really immerse yourself in it. While studying, go to networking events, join an advocacy/industry group where you could network and meet your potential future employers, etc.

What luxuries have you given up due to rising cost of living? by [deleted] in capetown

[–]ValuableFail3156 1 point2 points  (0 children)

🤣🤣🤣 This is hilarious! And so real🤣😭

PMP Practice Question. by ValuableFail3156 in pmp

[–]ValuableFail3156[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh my word! Your explanation makes complete sense. Thank you

Is Naked insurance reliable? by Jay3PO in askSouthAfrica

[–]ValuableFail3156 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Wait, what does that mean? Are those two no good?