Vineyard Operator

Kumeu River Wines; Kumeu; On-site; NZD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kumeu River Wines in the Auckland region seeks an experienced vineyard assistant to join our team in Kumeu. The role requires hands-on vineyard work with tractor driving experience in viticulture or horticulture, and a Growsafe certificate is preferred.

The successful candidate may also assist in winery tasks from time to time, contributing to our established cellar operations. Based at our Kumeu site, about 30 minutes from central Auckland, you will join a great team focused on quality and

Qualifications

• Hands-on vineyard tasks experience is essential.
• Willingness to work in winery tasks as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on vineyard work including tractor tasks.
• Assist winery operations when required.

Skills

Tractor driving experience

Viticulture experience

Horticulture experience

Education

Growsafe certificate

Job description

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Kumeu River Wines is looking for someone to join our vineyard team. We require someone with experience in tractor driving in either viticulture or horticulture and preferably with a Growsafe certificate. The successful candidate will be involved in all aspects of hands on vineyard work and may also be required to work in the winery from time to time. We have a great existing team and are based in Kumeu, approx. 30 minutes from Auckland central.