Planter Operator (Maize)

Big machines, long days in season: a mixed crop farm near Kariega needs a skilled operator. You don't need to be the loudest person in the room, just the one others can count on.

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

• Operate combine harvesters during harvest season
• Clear firebreaks and grade farm roads when needed
• Check oil, water, tyres and grease points before starting
• Record hours, fuel and fields worked on the job card
• Haul cane, grain or fruit bins from field to shed

• Safe driver who respects chemical and machine safety
• Reliable and sober on duty
• At least 2 years driving tractors on a farm
• Basic understanding of implements and settings
• Available to live on or near the farm
• Can read job cards and spray instructions

• Combine harvester experience
• Code 8 or Code 10 licence for road trips
• Experience with GPS guidance or auto-steer

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

• 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.