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Form of workTo plan and execute all aspects of the daily operations involved in running the estate vineyards including:
- Vine management, pruning, trellising and canopy management.
- Monitor vine and soil nutrition.
- Monitoring for pest and disease issues.
- Harvest operations.
- Water management.
- Responsible for vineyard infrastructure – irrigation and trellis - monitoring and repairs.
- Chemical application and recording processes.
- Responsible for maintenance of vineyard equipment.
- Responsible for OH&S compliance and ensuring that all work activities are carried out in accordance with company procedures and policies.
- Work closely with the winemaking team to ensure the highest quality outcomes and management for the fruit supplied to the winery.
Skills & Experience
- Viticulture qualification preferred, or currently studying in the field.
- Experience managing employees and labour teams.
- Experience with organic and biodynamic viticulture practices.
- Chemical accreditation.
- Pruning and trellising skills.
- Knowledge of irrigation systems.
- Knowledge of pest, disease and weed control.
- Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety procedures.
- Experience in maintaining tractors and vineyard equipment (sprayers, mulchers, etc.)
- Current driver and forklift licences.
- General computer skills.
Key Performance Indicators
- Achievement of targeted fruit grade.
- Achievement of targeted yield and associated cost per tonne.
- Chemical applications are performed in full compliance with current legislation.
- Zero/minimal downtime due to equipment unavailability.
- All activities completed on schedule.
- Meet reporting schedule.
Reporting to the winemaker, the successful applicant will be hard working; reliable; self-motivated; have good communication and leadership skills. Can work autonomously or in a small team.
Applicants must have Australian citizenship/residency or a valid existing Australian work visa.
