Tractor Driver (Grain Farm) – Immediate Start

How2Apply Talent Network
Klerksdorp, North West
Full-time
Posted 4 hours ago
Full-time Agriculture & Forestry
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Job Description

Planting to harvest, a wheat farm near Klerksdorp runs on good tractor drivers. People who do well here are steady, honest and not scared to ask when something is unclear.

You'll report in Klerksdorp. Relocation is not covered for this one. There's a probation period of three months before the contract is confirmed.

What your day looks like

  • Operate combine harvesters during harvest season
  • Haul cane, grain or fruit bins from field to shed
  • Report breakdowns and help the mechanic with repairs
  • Plant rows straight, using GPS guidance where the tractor has it
  • Clear firebreaks and grade farm roads when needed

What you need

  • Basic understanding of implements and settings
  • Can read job cards and spray instructions
  • Available to live on or near the farm
  • At least 2 years driving tractors on a farm

Nice if you have

  • Combine harvester experience
  • Code 8 or Code 10 licence for road trips

On offer

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

Applying, step by step

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: a farmer's reference letter with phone number, ID copy and any driver's licence you hold plus tractor or spray course certificates.
  3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
  4. Watch for a call or WhatsApp from How2Apply over the next 8 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Klerksdorp; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

Tips to get shortlisted

  • 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.

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeFull-time
LocationKlerksdorp, North West
CategoryAgriculture & Forestry
Experience3+ years
Posted24 October 2026
Closing Date30 November 2026
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