Planter Operator (Maize)

Big machines, long days in season: a fruit orchard near Welkom needs a skilled operator. Bring a calm head on busy days and you'll be fine.

You'll report in Welkom. Relocation is not covered for this one. Shifts rotate, so you'll need to be flexible about days and nights.

• Check oil, water, tyres and grease points before starting
• Report breakdowns and help the mechanic with repairs
• Clear firebreaks and grade farm roads when needed
• Record hours, fuel and fields worked on the job card
• Plant rows straight, using GPS guidance where the tractor has it
• Mix and apply sprays exactly as the farm manager prescribes
• Operate combine harvesters during harvest season

• Willing to work long hours in planting and harvest seasons
• Available to live on or near the farm
• Safe driver who respects chemical and machine safety
• Reliable and sober on duty
• Can read job cards and spray instructions

• Basic mechanical skills
• Experience with GPS guidance or auto-steer

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

• 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.