Assistant Vineyard Manager / Operator (Wine Jobs: Vineyards & Cellars )

  FROMM Winery

  Marlborough, Marlborough

We are a very small team and everyone has cross-functional responsibility, covering tasks across the vineyard and winery. This role requires someone who is adaptable and flexible, and comfortable working collaboratively in a small team structure, as well as being self-motivated while working on individual tasks.

FROMM’s philosophy places terroir over technology, and grape quality over quantity. We are dedicated to producing intense, concentrated wines. All FROMM wines have an uncompromising emphasis on texture and drinkability. We carefully regulate crop, follow organic principles, and are committed to sustainable viticulture.

This role will focus on general vineyard work, with the opportunity to grow and learn the whole process from grape to bottle.

Assistant Vineyard Manager/Operator
Full-time

Job Description

The Assistant Vineyard Manager/Operator will support the Vineyard Manager in overseeing all vineyard operations to ensure the production of high-quality grapes. This role involves hands-on vineyard work, monitoring vine health, managing irrigation, pest control, and assisting with harvest activities. The ideal candidate will have a passion for viticulture, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning, planting, and maintaining vineyard blocks.

• Monitor vine growth, soil conditions, and pest/disease presence.

• Implement vineyard management practices such as pruning, canopy management, and irrigation.

• Operate vineyard equipment safely and efficiently.

• Tractor and machinery operations: mowing, mulching, under vine cultivation, spraying and trimming

• Installing and maintaining bird netting

• Assist with harvest operations, including grape picking and processing coordination - Contractor liaison as required

• Maintain accurate records of vineyard activities and inputs.

• Collaborate with the Vineyard Manager to optimize grape quality and yield.

• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

• Ability to work weekends if needed
  

Qualifications

We will provide all necessary training required to perform the role, however:

• Experience in vineyard operations or related agricultural work preferred.

• Previous operator experience is preferred – forklift licence and grow safe certificate an advantage.

• Knowledge of viticulture practices and grapevine biology.

• Ability to operate agricultural machinery and tools.

• Strong physical stamina and ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

• Good communication and teamwork skills.

• Valid & clean driver’s license required.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and passionate winery environment.

• Hands-on experience in vineyard management.

• Interested on a long term “relationship”.

• Staff wine discount.

Only people eligible to work in this country should apply for this position. Please provide evidence of your work visa or citizenship.

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