Vineyard Operator: Harvest & Machinery Specialist

Chandon Australia; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Attractive benefits

Comprehensive training

Generous employee retail discounts

Health and Wellbeing subsidy

Job summary

Domaine Chandon Australia is seeking a casual Vineyard Operator at our Whitlands site to assist with day-to-day vineyard operations, operate machinery, and support viticulture tasks.

The role requires a minimum 1 year in vineyard or agricultural work, a valid car license, and flexibility for weekend or night work; forklift license and first-aid are a bonus.

Join a team focused on safety, quality, and sustainable farming, with competitive salary and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of vineyard/agriculture/horticulture operations experience preferred but not essential.
• Tertiary education or qualifications in agriculture, viticulture, horticulture, or related field will be highly regarded.
• Strong understanding of viticultural practices and ability to operate machinery and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Executing a range of tasks including spraying, pruning, vine training, trellis and irrigation repairs, and general vineyard maintenance.
• Operating machinery and equipment to a high standard and ensuring proper maintenance.
• Monitoring pests and diseases, assisting with frost protection, bird control, and crop estimation.
• Undertaking roles during harvest, which may include night and weekend work.
• Adhering to safety standards, participating in safety activities, and promoting a safe work environment.

Skills

Vineyard operations

Machinery operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Flexibility

Car license

Forklift license

First-aid knowledge

Education

Agriculture / Viticulture qualification

Job description

Domaine Chandon Australia is seeking a casual Vineyard Operator at our Whitlands site to assist with day-to-day vineyard operations, operate machinery, and support viticulture tasks.

The role requires a minimum 1 year in vineyard or agricultural work, a valid car license, and flexibility for weekend or night work; forklift license and first-aid are a bonus.

Join a team focused on safety, quality, and sustainable farming, with competitive salary and development opportunities.