The Top 5 Cannabis Jobs in South Africa. Learn how to start your own business or get a job at leading local companies for that dream career.
It can be tough finding a job that perfectly fulfills both your passion and career goals. Particularly if it meant breaking the law. Up until recently there were no legal cannabis jobs in South Africa. This has however changed following decriminalization in 2018 and the President’s recent announcement to legalize hemp and medicinal uses of the plant.
Top 5 Cannabis Jobs in South Africa
Master Grower
Perhaps the most difficult of cannabis careers. Being a Master Grower requires a blend of proven large scale growing talent, strong people skills and diligent administration. You won’t be able to wing it, as the requirements of licensed grows are very strict. From nurturing plants to adhering to policies on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Existing Regulatory Protocols (ERP). To the deep intricacies of successfully growing and harvesting large crops in clinical quality. Although an opportunity to earn big bucks it can also be very stressful. You will need a proven background in successful cannabis growing and harvesting. Preferably with some sort or agricultural or horticultural qualification.
Bud Tender
A popular and rewarding choice for people who are enthusiastic about the plant and dealing with retail customers. Being a Bud Tender at a dispensary or private club requires a deep knowledge of the final products and understanding your clients’ needs. This is one of the most popular of the top 5 cannabis jobs for a people person with sales experience. Ideal for passionate extroverts who can correctly handle cannabis products, but also offer reliable information to consumers.
Entrepreneur
Being an entrepreneur in the local cannabis industry can be anything from opening your own private club to starting a rolling paper brand. You will need to be dedicated to making your business success and hustle hard to stand out among the many other entrepreneurs that may be entering the same space. CBD products in particular have fast become a popular option retailers and wholesalers, yet they do run the risk of becoming over saturated. There can many ups and downs to choosing this path. You will need a thick skin and ability to professionally supply a product or service.
Supporting Industries
One of the most overlooked aspects is supporting industries. You don’t need to be neck deep in plants to qualify for cannabis jobs in South Africa. There are heaps of electricians, engineers, plumbers and accountants who are essential to the success of cannabis businesses. Being canna-friendly in the supporting industries is the best way to make use of your existing skills without getting your fingers sticky. There are thousands of canna-businesses who would love to formalize their operations. And I promise, they’re looking for your supporting services.
Cannabis Consulting
Many investors and businesses are unlikely to have any deep knowledge of the in and outs of seed to sale cannabis opportunities. As more of these people enter the legal market, it will become increasingly competitive and diverse. The key to success will be in optimizing output and lowering operational costs. Consulting offers the opportunity to capitalize on your specific skill set and network of reputable suppliers to launch or improve these businesses. From what grow lights to use or getting legitimate cannabis seeds, there is a tremendous appetite for formal knowledge.
Cannabis Culture Influencer
This is more of an honorable mention than what many would consider a legitimate job. While not one of our top 5 cannabis jobs, the influence of successful social media users and online icons has undoubtedly created a new frontier career opportunity. Sharing personalized links and sponsored content on your feed or channel offers nearly hands free income. Simply give a punt or share and automatically earn commission. This form of passive income has become so popular the even we now offer an affiliate commission program, online advertising and sponsored content.
Contact a cannabis job specialist for more info
Local cannabis orientated recruitment agencies have grown among the demand for employees and employers. Zeminwe Recruitment is calling on all professionals to become part of a budding new industry. They offer:
- Professional recruitment solutions
- Consulting in the licencing and compliance space. This includes portfolios on investment, development and strategies for business start-ups.
- Successfully recruiting for various cultivation and production operations in Lesotho. With certified training opportunities as well as the setting up of apprenticeships for experience.
- Skill development in various departments in the cultivation, processing, administrative and laboratory work.
- Foreign work exchange programs by setting-up partnerships with overseas recruiters and producers.
Thank you to Zeminwe Recruitment for sponsoring this article about the Top 5 Cannabis Jobs in South Africa. You can contact them directly for more info.
www.zeminwe.co.za
jade@zeminwe.co.za
What is your dream cannabis job?
Good day
I’m a Cannabis enthusiast and absolutely love every single aspect of the Cannabis plant.
I have a broad knowledge on the plant aswell as growing big scale premium Greenhouse.
Its my dream to be part of the Cannabis industry and know that I can broaden my knowledge on Cannabis.
Hi, I would really like to start a career in the cannabis industry. Please advise on how I could do so
You will need to start you own career, find a canna job or contact a recruitment agency.
Amazing opportunities! My dream job is to be a Bud Tender, though I would also love to be a Cannabis Cultural Influencer. Would give anything to start :)
I am a professional joint roller in south Africa. Seeking employment, non smoker, can roll 30 joints in under an hour.
Hi there.I have a master growers compliance diploma obtained through Cannabis Compliance Inc in Taronto. I’m looking to get into this industry . I have 15 yrs growing experience. Also have experience in fodder and veg crops. Many thanks and kind regards Paul Michael Alford
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Good day Anna,
I trust this finds you well. My name is Gregory ——-. I have 12 years experience in cannabis cultivation. Furthermore, I have 3 years experience as a large scale cannabis startup consultant. I am looking to put my passion and experience to some good use. Any assistance in this regard would be greatly appreciated. Please feel free to contact me via email. Thank you
Good day. Please may you advise me on how to get into the cannabis industry. Cannabis has been a passion of mine for a while and i think its time to turn it into my career.
Hi Prehan. The article explains the options available in SA.
Im urgently looking for job am prepared to work for a month for nothing for training please hope u get back to me
Fight and you may die run and you will live just for a while many years from now you will be dying in your beds Wouldn’t you be willing to trade all those days just for one chance to this day and tell your enemies that they may take our lives but they will never take OUR FREEDOM!!!! Scotch man I want to make CBD foods problem is I need cbd from hemp so In order to have it I have to farm it is it legal to do that to produce ur Owen hemp for ur Owen cbd … if not. How came the are cbd drinks beers gummy’s etc how do they do it if we can’t sorry for repeating a similar question if so
I’m just looking for a job as a cannabis grower, i’ve been growing for years, I have composting skills, I can make super soils, IMO’s, sprouted seed teas, pest preventative foliars and more to keep the plants full, healthy and safe, i stick to organic methods much bigger and denser buds. I’ve even made up a growing CV and currently making a growing portfolio where i document every step of each genetic grow from germination to harvest and curing to smoke.
Personally i would love to be a strain tester :).
But honestly a Bud Tender would be amazing
Full Time sales and marketing, events and product branding material
Multi Media designer for 16+ years. Would love to help with branding, product design and packaging.
Great that you offer unique skills. Please contact Jade at Zeminwe Recruitment. Their contact details and website are in the article.
It’s a good idea to have your CV ready to send as well. Remember to include any applicable cannabis experience.
Super amazing opportunities for I am part time stoner and grower. I would like to know more about the apprenticeships.
Please contact Jade at Zeminwe Recruitment. Their contact details and website are in the article.
It’s a good idea to have your CV ready to send as well. Remember to include any applicable cannabis experience.
Good day. Please can you advise me on how to get involved in the cannabis industry. It has become my passion and would like to make it a career.
Please contact Jade at Zeminwe Recruitment. Their contact details and website are in the article.
It’s a good idea to have your CV ready to send as well. Remember to include any applicable cannabis experience.