Vineyard Operator (Wine Jobs: Vineyards & Cellars )

  Highweald Wine Ltd (http://www.highwealdbeverages.com)

  Ansty, Haywards Heath, Sussex, England

Vineyard Operator.  

Highweald Wine – Ansty, West Sussex

 (Full Time)

Highweald Wine Ltd are looking for a highly motivated Vineyard Operator to join the team at Pookchurch Vineyard in West Sussex.

Working with and directly reporting to the General Manager and Acting Vineyard Manager you will be involved in all aspects of the annual viticulture program.

The right candidate will have strong organisational, teambuilding and problem solving skills, have great attention to detail and the ability to prioritise multiple tasks.

Duties will include:

·         All general vineyard operations: Pruning, tying, shoot selection, wire lifting, picking.

·         All vineyard tractor operations: Spraying, mowing, leaf trimming/removal, ploughing.

·         General vineyard site maintenance: Involved in all aspects of upkeep of the site.

·         Equipment maintenance: Maintaining a high level of servicing for our machinery and equipment.

The role is physically demanding with the vast majority of the work taking place outdoors and operating equipment in the vineyard.  The role will involve working a varied schedule during the growing season and harvest, and across other vineyard sites as required.

Experience is a benefit, though training will be given. Mandatory requirements include:

·         PA1-PA3 licence

·         UK Driver’s license

·         Tractor driving experience

This is a great opportunity to join Highweald Wine at an exciting time of expansion and growth at the Vineyard and in the English Sparkling Wine sector.

The position offers a competitive salary, dependent on experience.

Please apply via email, with CV and cover letter to: [email protected]   

 

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