Forklift and Tractor Driver (Farm Shed) – Fixed-Term

Planting to harvest, a wheat farm near Rosslyn runs on good tractor drivers. This role rewards consistency more than flash.

This post is in Rosslyn (Gauteng). Please only apply if you can travel there daily. The first two weeks are spent shadowing someone experienced.

• Check oil, water, tyres and grease points before starting
• 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
• Clear firebreaks and grade farm roads when needed

• Safe driver who respects chemical and machine safety
• At least 2 years driving tractors on a farm
• Reliable and sober on duty
• Basic understanding of implements and settings

• Basic mechanical skills
• Code 8 or Code 10 licence for road trips
• A pesticide application or spray course

• Overtime paid during planting and harvest
• Farm housing with water and electricity
• Training on new machinery

• A reference from a previous farmer is gold. Ask for it before you leave any farm job.
• 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.