Farm Tractor Operator — Cattle Care & Maintenance

Sappi Papier Holding; Mpumalanga; On-site; ZAR 78,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning and development programmes

Travel opportunities

Generous leave benefits

Employee wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Sappi Papier Holding is seeking a Tractor Driver to operate tractors on our farm and support cattle farming operations. The role involves pre-use inspections, road maintenance, and safe transportation across the farm to enable daily activities.

The successful candidate will assist with cattle care tasks, fence maintenance, water supply checks, and coordination with the Cattle Supervisor and farm teams while upholding health, safety and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Matric (Grade 12) with Maths & Physical Science or N3 in Pulp and Paper.
• Minimum of six (6) months relevant experience.
• Valid Drivers license.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractors and equipment safely; perform pre-use inspections.
• Mow farm roads and maintain accessible areas.
• Transport across the farm to support cattle farming activities.
• Assist with cattle care: feeding, dehorning, tagging, vaccinations.
• Inspect and repair farm fences and gates.
• Identify and assist with water supply maintenance.
• Coordinate daily activities with supervisors and teams.
• Maintain health, safety and environmental standards on the farm.

Education

Matric (Grade 12) with Maths & Physical Science or N3 in Pulp and Paper

Job description

Sappi Papier Holding is seeking a Tractor Driver to operate tractors on our farm and support cattle farming operations. The role involves pre-use inspections, road maintenance, and safe transportation across the farm to enable daily activities.

The successful candidate will assist with cattle care tasks, fence maintenance, water supply checks, and coordination with the Cattle Supervisor and farm teams while upholding health, safety and environmental standards.