Planter Operator (Maize)

Planting to harvest, a mixed crop farm near Komani runs on good tractor drivers. Bring a calm head on busy days and you'll be fine.

The site is in Komani; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying.

• Record hours, fuel and fields worked on the job card
• Clear firebreaks and grade farm roads when needed
• Check oil, water, tyres and grease points before starting
• Mix and apply sprays exactly as the farm manager prescribes
• Hook up and drive ploughs, discs, planters and sprayers
• Operate combine harvesters during harvest season
• Wash equipment after spraying and store chemicals safely

• Basic understanding of implements and settings
• Available to live on or near the farm
• Reliable and sober on duty
• Can read job cards and spray instructions
• At least 2 years driving tractors on a farm
• Willing to work long hours in planting and harvest seasons

• Experience with GPS guidance or auto-steer
• A pesticide application or spray course

• Farm housing with water and electricity
• Training on new machinery
• Harvest bonus at season end

• 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.