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Combine Harvester Operator (Seasonal)

How2Apply Talent Network

eMalahleni, Mpumalanga

Full-time

Posted 17 min ago

Full-time Agriculture & Forestry

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Job Description

If you know tractors, a fruit orchard near eMalahleni has steady work for you. If you turn up on time and finish what you start, you'll fit in quickly.

You'll report in eMalahleni. Relocation is not covered for this one.

The work, day to day

Operate combine harvesters during harvest season
Report breakdowns and help the mechanic with repairs
Wash equipment after spraying and store chemicals safely
Mix and apply sprays exactly as the farm manager prescribes
Haul cane, grain or fruit bins from field to shed
Record hours, fuel and fields worked on the job card

Must-haves

Available to live on or near the farm
Safe driver who respects chemical and machine safety
Can read job cards and spray instructions
At least 2 years driving tractors on a farm

What you get

Training on new machinery
Farm housing with water and electricity
Harvest bonus at season end
Overtime paid during planting and harvest

How to apply

Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): a farmer's reference letter with phone number, ID copy and any driver's licence you hold plus tractor or spray course certificates.
Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 6 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around eMalahleni; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

How to stand out

Mention GPS or auto-steer if you have used it. Modern grain farms struggle to find operators who know it.
A reference from a previous farmer is gold. Ask for it before you leave any farm job.