If you’re interested in working in one of our South African Marriott hotels, you’ll probably want to know about the requirements you need to meet, as well as the benefits we can offer.

We’ve written a general guide to working for us, covering all sorts of useful information, from annual leave allowance to what the full-time working week usually looks like. Specific terms can vary across our properties, but this list is a good starting point if you’re looking to join Marriott in South Africa.

South Africa Work Permits & Visas

You’ll either need South African citizenship or a valid visa or work permit to secure a Marriott role in South Africa.

Accommodation in South Africa

You will need to source your own accommodation in South Africa, but you can ask our team for tips on good local options.

Language Requirements in South Africa

Like in some other African countries such as Malawi, English is our main working language in South Africa, and you’ll usually need to be able to speak and write it to secure a job with us. The job description will state any other languages you need.

Health Insurance in South Africa

Our eligible associates in South Africa can get company-subsidized medical aid for themselves and up to three dependants (terms and conditions apply). You can ask for more information on this during the recruitment process.

Transport to Work in South Africa

Our associates who start their shifts before 6am or after 6pm may be eligible for some transport to and from work.

Pensions For Associates in South Africa

We provide a Company Provident pension fund for our associates, including company contributions.

Employee Discounts & Perks

All Marriott associates can use Explore by Marriott Bonvoy to get discounts on room rates, as well as food and drink, at our range of properties. Our associates in South Africa can also get free parking at their place of work.

Tips in South Africa

Guest tips are allocated depending on the policy of the specific hotel, and will be shared out between eligible employees.

Bonuses For Associates in South Africa

Some of our South African job roles are eligible for bonuses. Ask us if you’d like more details about any available bonus schemes.

Annual Leave in South Africa

South Africa-based employees get a dedicated allowance of leave days to take each year. After working for Marriott in South Africa for a period of four months, associates are eligible for 15 days of annual leave a year. This can increase to 20 days after 12 months of continuous employment.

Sick Leave Policy for Marriott South Africa

Eligible associates can get up to 30 days of paid sick leave within 36 months of employment. If you’ve been unwell and off work for more than two consecutive days, or are away on sick leave more than twice in eight weeks, you’ll need to provide a note from a healthcare professional and liaise with your manager.

South Africa Maternity Leave Policy

Expectant mothers are entitled to six months of maternity leave (usually one month before the birth and five months afterwards) if they have been with the company for a minimum of 10 months. Associates on maternity leave will typically receive 33% of their monthly salary for a total of six months, or until they return to work, whichever is earlier.

Paternity & Adoption Leave Policy

Eligible associates can get 10 consecutive days of unpaid paternity leave starting from the day the child is born. Adoptive parents of a child under two years old can get 10 consecutive days of unpaid leave. We can answer any questions you have at the interview stage.

Relocation Support to South Africa

We don’t generally offer help with relocation for new associates in South Africa.

Salary Payment in South Africa

We meet local minimum wage requirements for all associates.

Pay For Night Shifts & Overtime

Our associates who are on shift after 6pm and before 6am get paid a night allowance and can get help with transport to work. You can find out more about this as you move through the recruitment process.

Reference Checks in South Africa

We ask for references from former employers or academic supervisors before proceeding to a job offer in South Africa.

South Africa Uniform Policy

We provide all uniforms for employees who need them in their roles. Employees in certain positions, such as Sales Leaders, can get a clothing allowance.

Full & Part-Time Working

We offer everything from casual contracts to full and part-time working arrangements.

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Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

This aforementioned list provides a brief overview of benefits offered to eligible employees of Marriott International and participating subsidiaries in Europe, Middle East and Africa. All benefits are subject to terms and conditions. Marriott may, in its sole discretion, enhance, modify, decrease, or terminate any benefit program or any terms and conditions at any time without advance notice. Marriott benefits do not apply to employees of businesses operated by independent franchisees.