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Combine Harvester Operator (Seasonal)

How2Apply Talent Network

Randburg, Gauteng

Full-time

Posted 1 day ago

Full-time Agriculture & Forestry

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Job Description

You'll drive tractors and farm machines on a fruit orchard near Randburg through planting and harvest. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

You'll report in Randburg. Relocation is not covered for this one. There's a probation period of three months before the contract is confirmed.

What you'll actually do

Wash equipment after spraying and store chemicals safely
Plant rows straight, using GPS guidance where the tractor has it
Report breakdowns and help the mechanic with repairs
Check oil, water, tyres and grease points before starting
Operate combine harvesters during harvest season
Record hours, fuel and fields worked on the job card
Clear firebreaks and grade farm roads when needed

What you need

Willing to work long hours in planting and harvest seasons
Can read job cards and spray instructions
Basic understanding of implements and settings
At least 2 years driving tractors on a farm
Safe driver who respects chemical and machine safety
Available to live on or near the farm

Extra points for

Experience with GPS guidance or auto-steer
Combine harvester experience
A pesticide application or spray course

On offer

Training on new machinery
Harvest bonus at season end
Farm housing with water and electricity

How to apply for this job

Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
Keep copies of these ready to send: ID copy and any driver's licence you hold, tractor or spray course certificates plus a farmer's reference letter with phone number.
Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 9 working days, usually by phone.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around Randburg.

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

How to stand out

List the machines you can drive and the implements you have used. Farmers want to know if you can plant, spray or harvest on day one.
A reference from a previous farmer is gold. Ask for it before you leave any farm job.