Vineyard Worker

KiwiQuest; Alexandra; On-site; NZD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

KiwiQuest is seeking a short-term vineyard worker in Alexandra to tie down grape canes and prep vines for the new season. You’ll be outdoors in cold conditions, five days a week, with early starts and a hands-on role in the vineyard.

Applicants should be able to work in freezing mornings, have own transport and accommodation in Alexandra, and hold a valid New Zealand work visa. Previous vineyard experience is advantageous but not required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work outdoors in cold conditions.
• Own transport and accommodation in Alexandra.
• NZ work visa valid for NZ employment.
• Availability to start by 7 September 2026.
• Previous vineyard experience is beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

• Tie down grape canes for the new season.
• Work outdoors through cold and frosty mornings.
• Complete scheduled vineyard shifts five days per week.

Skills

Outdoor work

Cold weather work

Vineyard exposure (adv)

Job description

Agriculture & Farm Work $23.9 - 28.7/h 3 days ago

Work Style

Physical 7/10

Technical 2/10

Creative 1/10

Pace 5/10

Structure 8/10

Pressure 6/10

Travel 2/10

Hours 8/10

Description

A short-term vineyard role tying down grape canes in Alexandra, preparing vines for the new growing season in cold outdoor conditions.

Responsibilities

• Tie down grape canes ready for the new season
• Work outdoors through cold and frosty mornings
• Complete scheduled vineyard shifts five days per week

Requirements

• Ability to work in cold conditions
• Own transport and accommodation in Alexandra
• Valid New Zealand work visa
• Availability to start by 7 September 2026
• Previous vineyard experience advantageous but not required