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Planter Operator (Maize) – Fixed-Term

How2Apply Talent Network

Harrismith, Free State

Full-time

Posted 1 day ago

Full-time Agriculture & Forestry

R7 000 – R8 500/month

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Job Description

You'll drive tractors and farm machines on a wheat farm near Harrismith through planting and harvest. If you like clear targets and knowing where you stand, this is for you.

The work is in Harrismith, Free State, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day.

What your day looks like

Wash equipment after spraying and store chemicals safely
Report breakdowns and help the mechanic with repairs
Mix and apply sprays exactly as the farm manager prescribes
Operate combine harvesters during harvest season
Check oil, water, tyres and grease points before starting

Must-haves

At least 2 years driving tractors on a farm
Available to live on or near the farm
Reliable and sober on duty
Basic understanding of implements and settings

On offer

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

Applying, step by step

Make sure the role, the hours and working in Harrismith really suit you before you apply.
Keep copies of these ready to send: tractor or spray course certificates, a farmer's reference letter with phone number plus ID copy and any driver's licence you hold.
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 8 working days.

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

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Tips to get shortlisted

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.