Vineyard Operator (Wine Jobs: Vineyards & Cellars )

Full Time

  GMP

  Waikato, Bay of Plenty/Waikato

This role reports to the Farm Manager and is responsible for executing daily vineyard operations.

Requirements:

The position will require you to undertake tasks such as:

  • tractor operations such as vine and weed spraying, sweeping, canopy trimming, leaf plucking, mowing, mulching, cultivating, gondola driving 
  • record keeping including spray diaries and timesheets
  • canopy management , pruning and vine training
  • irrigation management; service and maintenance of system
  • grape harvester driving  and other harvest roles as required
  • maintaining the vineyard and surrounds
  • operation and maintenance of required equipment
  • involvement in vineyard data collection
  • consult with farm manager regarding risk identification, assessment, control strategies and elicit their involvement in improving safety
  • viticulture and/or horticulture backgrounds are all welcome
  • locating and planning the location for vines and trees
  • setting up and maintaining the fences and wires
  • maintenance such as spraying and weeding  by tractor or by hand

In order to be successful in this role, you will have:

  • experience in vineyard or other operational agricultural enterprise
  • flexibility, sound communication skills, a willingness to learn
  • strong knowledge of safety conduct and procedures
  • Class 1 valid driver's  license
  • desirable: Class 2, 4, W, F license. HASNO, Growsafe, Approved Handler certification.

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