Vineyard Machinery Operator – Martinborough

Craggy Range Vineyards; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Craggy Range Vineyards in Martinborough, North Island, is seeking an experienced Machinery Operator to join the Martinborough Vineyard team on a fixed-term basis. The role involves hands-on vineyard machinery operations and close teamwork to implement weekly work programs.

The successful candidate will maintain and coordinate maintenance for vineyard machinery, ensuring safety and efficiency. NZ residency and legal right to work are required; the term may be extended for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• A passion for the viticulture or horticulture industry.
• Full New Zealand driver’s license.
• Experience repairing and maintaining plant and equipment.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Quals such as Growsafe, Approved Handler, HT are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform vineyard machinery operations as part of the Martinborough Vineyard team.
• Maintain vineyard machinery and equipment.
• Coordinate maintenance activities to keep the fleet safe and efficient.
• Support weekly work program execution with the team.

Skills

Viticulture passion

NZ driver's license

Plant & equipment repair

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Independent worker

Growsafe

Approved Handler

HT certification

Organic conversion interest

Tools

Growsafe

Approved Handler

HT certification

Job description

Craggy Range Vineyards in Martinborough, North Island, is seeking an experienced Machinery Operator to join the Martinborough Vineyard team on a fixed-term basis. The role involves hands-on vineyard machinery operations and close teamwork to implement weekly work programs.

The successful candidate will maintain and coordinate maintenance for vineyard machinery, ensuring safety and efficiency. NZ residency and legal right to work are required; the term may be extended for the right candidate.