Vineyard & Winery Apprentice: Hands-On Winemaking

winejobsonline.com; Northland; On-site; NZD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on training

Friendly environment

Practical start in wine industry

Job summary

Longview Estate in Northland, New Zealand, invites applications for a Junior Vineyard & Winery Assistant. This hands-on, entry-level role offers broad experience across vineyard and cellar operations with guided on-the-job training.

You’ll work outdoors, learn machinery operation, and support daily tasks while developing practical wine-industry skills in a friendly, supportive team. An ideal fit for graduates or early-career applicants in viticulture or agriculture, with a valid NZ work

Qualifications

• Education or background in viticulture/agriculture related fields.
• Hands-on vineyard or winery experience is a plus.
• Physically capable of outdoor work and lifting up to 25 kg.

Responsibilities

• Assist with vineyard care, canopy management, harvest prep, grape processing and cellar duties.
• Learn to operate vineyard tractors and equipment, and perform basic maintenance.
• Support day-to-day operations, supplier communications and property upkeep.

Skills

Physically fit

Outdoor-friendly

Willing to learn

Reliable

Team player

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's/ Diploma in Viticulture or related field

Hands-on vineyard/winery experience

Job description

Longview Estate in Northland, New Zealand, invites applications for a Junior Vineyard & Winery Assistant. This hands-on, entry-level role offers broad experience across vineyard and cellar operations with guided on-the-job training.

You’ll work outdoors, learn machinery operation, and support daily tasks while developing practical wine-industry skills in a friendly, supportive team. An ideal fit for graduates or early-career applicants in viticulture or agriculture, with a valid NZ work