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Where the jobs are in Guyana: Georgetown, the oil and gas boom, mining and services.
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Your CV
How to build a CV that works in the Guyanese market, from energy projects to public sector.
Your rights at work
Notice, termination and unfair dismissal under the 1997 Act.
Severance and redundancy
The three-tier formula, the 52-week cap and the penalty for employers who do not pay.
NIS and leave
National Insurance, maternity benefit, sick pay and annual leave.
Sectors that hire
Where the hiring happens: oil and gas, mining, construction, agriculture and services.
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The labour market in Guyana today
10
Active jobs
8
Companies hiring
1
Regions with opportunities
Most in-demand roles
Otros
4
Contabilidad y Finanzas
2
Administración y Oficina
1
Mantenimiento y Reparaciones Técnicas
1
Mercadotecnia, Publicidad y Comunicación
1
Ventas
1
Based on opportunities published on Saplic. Updated on 14/08/2026.
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Frequently asked questions
How is severance calculated in Guyana?
One week’s wages per completed year for the first five years, two weeks per year from the sixth to the tenth, and three weeks per year beyond ten — capped at 52 weeks.
How long must I work to qualify for severance?
One or more years of continuous employment with the same employer.
What happens if my employer does not pay severance?
They face a fine of $31,250 and up to one year’s imprisonment on summary conviction, and the court must additionally order payment of the allowance itself.
How much notice am I owed?
Two weeks for less than one year of service and one month for a year or more. Notice cannot be given while you are on authorised leave.
Is sick leave a legal entitlement?
Not under labour legislation. The NIS sickness benefit pays from the third day at 70% of your wage for up to 26 weeks.
How long is maternity leave?
Thirteen weeks, extendable by a further 13 where there are complications, paid by NIS at 70% of average weekly insurable earnings.
How much annual leave do I get?
Around two weeks — 12 working days — after one year of continuous service. Energy sector employers often offer considerably more.
Is there a national minimum wage?
No. Minimum wage structures are sector-specific rather than universal.
What is the tax-free threshold?
The first GYD 140,000 a month from 2026, with PAYE at 25% and 35% above that.
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