Vineyard Assistant

winejobsonline.com; Otago; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Prophet's Rock in Central Otago is seeking a practical, hardworking person to assist with all aspects of vineyard operations. Previous vineyard experience is beneficial but not essential, as training will be provided. This hands-on outdoor role offers opportunities for supervisory and machinery training within a supportive team environment.

Applicants must have reliable transport and permanent New Zealand work rights. Applications close 11 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Previous vineyard or orchard work would be preferred but not essential.
• There is potential for supervisory elements and machinery training.
• Available for early starts and possible weekend work; flexible with hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all tasks in vineyard operations.
• Support potential supervisory duties and machinery operation training.
• Ensure reliability and teamwork across the seasonal workload.

Job description

Join the team at Prophet's Rock, a premium Central Otago winery producing world-class estate-grown wines.

We are looking for a practical, hardworking individual to assist with all aspects of vineyard operations. Previous vineyard experience is beneficial but not essential, as training will be provided.

This hands-on outdoor role offers opportunities for supervisory and machinery training within a supportive team environment.

Applicants must have reliable transport and permanent New Zealand work rights.

Applications close 11 October 2026.

About The Business And The Role

At Prophet's Rock, we make 100% estate grown, premium New Zealand wines using time-honoured methods to create a product that is a true reflection of the place where we live and work.

This is your opportunity to join a small, committed team of individuals who are passionate about what they do and the region they work in.

This role requires strong practical ability and a willingness to assist with any task within the vineyard.

Skills And Experience

Previous experience in vineyard or orchard work would be preferred but not essential.

• An affinity for working outdoors across the seasons.
• There will be supervising elements to the role and training will be provided in this area.
• There is also the potential for machinery training and operation for the right candidate.
• Available for early starts and possible weekend work when required. Due to the demands of our seasonal operation, you will be flexible with working hours to get the job done.
• Own transport will be required to work at either our Bendigo or Pisa vineyards.
• Ability to work well on your own as well as part of a team.

Be a New Zealand resident or be legally entitled to work in New Zealand on a permanent basis, this role is not suitable for working holiday or sponsorship visas.

Applications close 5pm on the 11th of October 2026.

Remuneration will be based on experience and industry standard.