Jobs in Somerset West exist for those looking for employment in this beautiful part of South Africa and are usually quite abundant due to the constant development happening here. This has to be one of the best places to work in the Cape area as it is only about half an hour drive from Cape Town yet it has a very country type feel to the region. Strand beach is only 5-10 minutes drive from the town centre and the Helderberg mountains are the backdrop for just about anywhere you may be employed by whichever company offers you employment.
Among popular jobs in Somerset West are IT and technical positions, admin and management, hotels and catering and work on the wine farms especially in the summer season. Employers are often looking for students for casual and part time work in the summer season to help out at restaurants, coffee shops, wine farms and hotels around the Helderberg region. Positions available will differ from one employer to another when it comes to wages and salaries. Some companies will pay by the hour, some by the week and others will offer a monthly salary which may be negotiable depending on the company and package on offer.
There are a few decent recruitment agencies in the area that can help in finding the right position for someone whether qualified or not. For those not looking for a permanent position and interested in something more part time it may be best to go door to door around the establishments in the area or at the Somerset Mall and introduce yourself in person. If they do not have employment for you they may be able to put you on a waiting list or refer you to another company in and around Somerset West that currently has jobs to offer.