Precision Farm Machinery Operator - Safe, Full-Time Role

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time contract

Training on machinery

Outdoor work

Competitive hourly wage

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni seeks a hands-on Farm Machinery Operator to manage tractor, combine, planter, and sprayer tasks across the farm. You will follow schedules, operate heavy equipment safely, and ensure tools are well maintained.

The role requires strong practical skills, a valid driver's license (heavy-vehicle license preferred), ability to work outdoors in varied weather, and commitment to safety and efficiency to support land preparation, planting, harvesting, and maintenance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating various farm machinery.
• Valid driver's license; heavy vehicle license preferred.
• Knowledge of basic machinery maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Ability to follow operating instructions and schedules.
• Strong safety awareness when operating heavy machinery.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather and long hours.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractors, combines, planters, sprayers safely and efficiently.
• Perform routine checks and basic maintenance on machinery.
• Execute land preparation tasks: plowing, tilling, harrowing.
• Plant, seed and fertilize crops with precision.
• Conduct harvesting operations using appropriate machinery.
• Apply fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides per safety protocols.
• Transport materials and equipment around the farm.
• Follow safety procedures to prevent accidents.
• Keep machinery clean and organized and report issues promptly.

Skills

Farm machinery operation

Safety procedures

Maintenance knowledge

GPS-guided machinery

Driver's license

Physical stamina

Job description

Placements24 in Benoni seeks a hands-on Farm Machinery Operator to manage tractor, combine, planter, and sprayer tasks across the farm. You will follow schedules, operate heavy equipment safely, and ensure tools are well maintained.

The role requires strong practical skills, a valid driver's license (heavy-vehicle license preferred), ability to work outdoors in varied weather, and commitment to safety and efficiency to support land preparation, planting, harvesting, and maintenance.