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Planter Operator (Maize)

How2Apply Talent Network

Klerksdorp, North West

Full-time

Posted 1 hour ago

Full-time Agriculture & Forestry

R8 000 – R10 000/month

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Job Description

Big machines, long days in season: a mixed crop farm near Klerksdorp needs a skilled operator. If you turn up on time and finish what you start, you'll fit in quickly.

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

What you'll actually do

Check oil, water, tyres and grease points before starting
Haul cane, grain or fruit bins from field to shed
Mix and apply sprays exactly as the farm manager prescribes
Report breakdowns and help the mechanic with repairs
Clear firebreaks and grade farm roads when needed
Operate combine harvesters during harvest season

What you need

Willing to work long hours in planting and harvest seasons
Can read job cards and spray instructions
At least 2 years driving tractors on a farm
Reliable and sober on duty
Safe driver who respects chemical and machine safety

Nice if you have

A pesticide application or spray course
Code 8 or Code 10 licence for road trips

What you get

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

How to apply

Make sure the role, the hours and working in Klerksdorp really suit you before you apply.
Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): a farmer's reference letter with phone number, ID copy and any driver's licence you hold 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 Klerksdorp; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

Before you hit apply

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.