Job Status: Filled

Assistant Vineyard Manager (Wine Jobs: Vineyards & Cellars )

Full Time

  Akarua

  Central Otago, Otago

Established in 1996, Akarua now owns 130 Ha's of vineyards split between the Bannockburn and Pisa sub-regions of Central Otago. Predominantly planted in Pinot Noir, Akarua continues to build on its reputation as a producer of world class Pinot Noir and Methode Traditionelle.

Working alongside and reporting to the Vineyard Manager, the Assistant Vineyard Manager will provide support with day-to-day management across our six individual vineyard sites.

You will be supported by a team of permanent, fixed-term and casual staff and you will be encouraged to share your knowledge with all staff to further their, and your own, experience.

Ideally, you will be able to show a commitment of learning and development within the industry built on a mix of practical experience and education.

You should bring with you: 

  • a comprehensive understanding of vineyard operations
  • mechanical aptitude
  • supervisory skills
  • be computer literate with an understanding of industry software
  • an interest in new technology and innovation
  • appropriate certifications such as GrowSafe and First Aid

Key to this position you will be an individual who can demonstrate:

  • a "can do" attitude
  • a keen eye for detail
  • a willingness to work within and lead a team
  • a strong drive to help us to continue to build our focus on Health and Safety in the workplace

In return, Akarua can offer a broad range of viticultural challenges from new development plantings to established premium vineyard production. We operate a modern fleet of tractors and sprayers and are open to innovation and technology to improve business outcomes. 

This is a fantastic opportunity for the right person to join a well-respected Central Otago producer at a time of exciting potential and growth.

Closing Date: Friday the 22nd of June 2018. 

All applications will be treated in strict confidence.

Assistance with housing on the vineyard will be available to the successful applicant if required.

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