Spray Tractor Operator (Orchards) – Experienced

You'll drive tractors and farm machines on a wheat farm near Welkom through planting and harvest. This role rewards consistency more than flash.

You'll be based at a wheat farm in Welkom. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps. Most weeks are 45 hours, in line with the BCEA.

• Record hours, fuel and fields worked on the job card
• Clear firebreaks and grade farm roads when needed
• Haul cane, grain or fruit bins from field to shed
• Wash equipment after spraying and store chemicals safely
• Plant rows straight, using GPS guidance where the tractor has it
• Report breakdowns and help the mechanic with repairs

• Reliable and sober on duty
• Basic understanding of implements and settings
• Safe driver who respects chemical and machine safety
• Available to live on or near the farm

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

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

• A reference from a previous farmer is gold. Ask for it before you leave any farm job.
• Mention GPS or auto-steer if you have used it. Modern grain farms struggle to find operators who know it.