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Section 198B

Fixed-Term Employment Contract Template (South Africa)

Project-based hiring with Section 198B LRA compliance to avoid automatic permanent tenure.

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Under 5 minutes Instant PDF download Secure e-signature links

Answer a short set of questions and LekkerContracts drafts the fixed-term employment contract for you, in South African legal wording, ready to download as a PDF and sign.

What the document includes

  • Justifiable reason recorded under section 198B
  • Automatic termination date, no notice required
  • Equal treatment with comparable permanent staff

Who needs this document?

  • Justifiable reason recorded under section 198B
  • Automatic termination date, no notice required
  • Equal treatment with comparable permanent staff

The South African law behind it

  • Labour Relations Act 66 of 1995 (section 198B)
  • Basic Conditions of Employment Act 75 of 1997

How it works

  1. 01. Choose

    Pick this document and open the guided generator.

  2. 02. Personalise

    Answer plain-English questions and watch the draft build.

  3. 03. Use

    Pay, download the PDF and send secure signing links to each party.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the fixed-term employment contract take to complete?

Most people finish in under five minutes. You answer plain-English questions and see the document build as you go.

Can I sign it electronically?

Yes, for most documents. The Electronic Communications and Transactions Act 25 of 2002 recognises ordinary electronic signatures, and we create secure signing links for each party.

Is this legal advice?

No. LekkerContracts provides automated document drafting, not legal advice. For a complex or high-value matter, have an attorney review the final document.

Ready to draft your fixed-term contract?

Answer a few questions and download a signature-ready PDF. No subscription, no attorney's hourly rate.

LekkerContracts provides automated document drafting, not legal advice. Read the legal disclaimer.