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Forklift and Tractor Driver (Farm Shed)

How2Apply Talent Network

Atlantis, Western Cape

Full-time

Posted 1 hour ago

Full-time Agriculture & Forestry

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Job Description

You'll drive tractors and farm machines on a maize and soya farm near Atlantis through planting and harvest. You don't need to be the loudest person in the room, just the one others can count on.

You'll be based at a maize and soya farm in Atlantis. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps.

What your day looks like

Clear firebreaks and grade farm roads when needed
Wash equipment after spraying and store chemicals safely
Report breakdowns and help the mechanic with repairs
Operate combine harvesters during harvest season
Record hours, fuel and fields worked on the job card

You'll need

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

Extra points for

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

On offer

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

How to apply

Make sure the role, the hours and working in Atlantis really suit you before you apply.
Keep copies of these ready to send: a farmer's reference letter with phone number plus tractor or spray course certificates.
Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 8 working days, usually by phone.

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

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

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.