Farm Hand - General Duties

Placements24; Windsor; On-site; CAD 7,100 - 11,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Overtime opportunities

On-the-job training

Hands-on agriculture role

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in East London is seeking a reliable Farm Hand to join our agricultural team on a working farm. The role involves assisting with crop cultivation, animal care, and general farm maintenance in outdoor conditions.

The ideal candidate is physically fit, eager to learn, and able to work well with others. Prior farm experience helps, but is not required; on-the-job training is provided with emphasis on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience on a farm is advantageous but not essential.
• Physical stamina to perform demanding tasks outdoors.
• Willingness to learn new skills and follow directions.
• Ability to work as part of a team and maintain a positive attitude.
• Basic understanding of farm safety practices.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planting, cultivating, and harvesting crops according to established procedures.
• Provide care for livestock, including feeding, watering, and monitoring their well-being.
• Perform general farm maintenance tasks, such as repairing fences, cleaning sheds, and maintaining equipment.
• Operate and maintain farm machinery and tools safely under supervision.
• Assist with loading and unloading of produce, feed, and other farm materials.
• Follow instructions from farm supervisors and contribute to a safe and productive work environment.

Skills

Farm experience

Physical stamina

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Reliability and punctuality

Farm safety awareness

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a reliable and hardworking Farm Hand to join their team on their farm located in East London . This position involves performing a variety of general duties essential to the daily operations of the farm. You will assist with tasks related to crop cultivation, animal care, and general farm maintenance. The ideal candidate is physically fit, willing to learn, and capable of working effectively as part of a team in an outdoor agricultural environment. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to gain experience in the agriculture industry in the Eastern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with planting, cultivating, and harvesting crops according to established procedures.


• Provide care for livestock, including feeding, watering, and monitoring their well-being.


• Perform general farm maintenance tasks, such as repairing fences, cleaning sheds, and maintaining equipment.


• Operate and maintain farm machinery and tools safely under supervision.


• Assist with loading and unloading of produce, feed, and other farm materials.


• Follow instructions from farm supervisors and contribute to a safe and productive work environment.

Requirements

• Previous experience working on a farm or in a related manual labor role is advantageous but not essential.


• Physical stamina and ability to perform demanding tasks outdoors in various weather conditions.


• Willingness to learn new skills and follow directions accurately.


• Ability to work as part of a team and maintain a positive attitude.


• Basic understanding of farm safety practices.


• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage.


• Opportunities for overtime work.


• On-the-job training and skill development.


• Chance to work in a hands-on agricultural role in East London .


• Supportive team environment.