Irrigation & Fertigation Lead - On-site Housing

Duxton Vineyards; Wentworth Shire Council; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site accommodation provided

Company vehicle

Relocation assistance may be provided

Bonus/incentive structure

Opportunity to work on major upgrade

Job summary

Duxton Vineyards is seeking an experienced Irrigation Manager for our Wentworth vineyard. You will lead the irrigation and fertigation program, manage pumps, filtration and drip networks, and report to the Vineyard Operations Manager.

You’ll apply soil moisture data and crop assessments to optimise water use, oversee maintenance of the irrigation system, and mentor a small team including seasonal staff. A capital upgrade project is planned to enhance infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Proven hands-on experience managing vineyard irrigation systems and fertigation.
• Strong understanding of irrigation scheduling, water movement, pressure management, and filtration.
• Experience leading and developing a team with safety awareness.
• Willingness to reside on-site to allow rapid response after hours.

Responsibilities

• Own the vineyard’s irrigation and fertigation program and coordinate with the Vineyard Operations Manager.
• Use soil moisture data and visual crop assessments to optimise irrigation decisions.
• Oversee operation and maintenance of pumps, mainlines, valves, filtration and drip lines.
• Implement preventative maintenance for filters, lines, and valves.
• Lead and train irrigation team and seasonal staff while upholding safety standards.
• Maintain accurate irrigation and fertigation records.

Skills

Irrigation management

Vineyard operations

Team leadership

Safety awareness

Tools

Irrigation pumps

Filtration systems

Mainlines

Job description

Duxton Vineyards is seeking an experienced Irrigation Manager for our Wentworth vineyard. You will lead the irrigation and fertigation program, manage pumps, filtration and drip networks, and report to the Vineyard Operations Manager.

You’ll apply soil moisture data and crop assessments to optimise water use, oversee maintenance of the irrigation system, and mentor a small team including seasonal staff. A capital upgrade project is planned to enhance infrastructure.