Vineyard Operator - Central Otago
Cloudy Bay Vineyards, New Zealand
Job Description
We’re looking for a skilled Vineyard Operator to join the team at our Central Otago vineyard located just 5 minutes from Cromwell. This opportunity will allow you to be part of a sophisticated brand and work outdoors in a friendly work environment. As part of the team, you’ll develop your skills further with good training and task diversity and uphold our culture of quality and safety. As a Vineyard Operator, you’ll have a hands-on role focused on the development and upkeep of our premium Pinot Noir vineyards.
Start date is flexible.
The key tasks of this role include:
- tractor operations such as vine and weed spraying, sweeping, canopy trimming, leaf plucking, mowing, mulching, cultivating
- canopy management, pruning and vine training
- irrigation service and maintenance of system
- accountability to follow best practices procedures of vineyard operations, process and systems
- supervision of contract vineyard labour and company casual vineyard staff when required
- contributing to the quality and safety culture of Cloudy Bay
Requirements
In order to be successful in this role, you will have:
- Experience in a vineyard or other operational agricultural enterprise
- A sound understanding of viticultural principles and practices
- Enthusiasm in working a mechanical and hand-on role
- Flexibility, sound communication skills, a willingness to learn and to be part of a strong and cohesive team
- Strong knowledge of safety conduct and procedures
- Class 1 valid driver’s license.
- Desirable: Class 2, 4, W, F license, Growsafe, Approved Handler certification
Benefits
The successful applicant will be joining a fun, focused and rewarding team-orientated environment. The Cloudy Bay package includes an attractive wage rate, an annual bonus target (linked to performance), wine allocation, superannuation, health insurance cover and discount at our Cellar Door.