Vineyard Assistant (Wine Jobs: Vineyards & Cellars )

  Roebuck Estates (http://www.roebuckestates.co.uk)

  Petworth, West Sussex, England

 

 

 

Roebuck Estates own and manage a collection of exceptional vineyards throughout the county of Sussex.  We are a relatively new and rapidly expanding company committed to producing high-quality English sparkling wines. Our talented, dedicated team strive to produce the very best fruit for our award-winning wines and meticulous care and attention is given to every stage during the growing season. Our sparkling wines have won numerous trophies and medals in prestigious wine competitions.

 

We are seeking a full-time Vineyard Assistant near Petworth, West Sussex. They will work closely with both the management team and sub-contracted vineyard teams to achieve healthy vines, tidy vineyards and a high-quality crop.  Training and support will be offered.

Vineyard Assistant job description:

 

·         All aspects of viticultural work in and around the vineyard sites
·         Working alongside contract labour, pruning, tying down, bud    rubbing, leaf stripping, crop thinning, harvesting and much more (full training will be provided)
·         Crop estimates, bunch counting, yield estimation
·         Other tasks around the vineyard where necessary i.e. strimming, trellis repairs
·         Helping office teams with various tasks or events when required – marketing, ect

 

The role will be based within reasonable proximity of Petworth across multiple sites and, during busy periods will require a flexible approach to working hours.  This is a full-time role.

 

Essential Requirements:

·         Full drivers’ license
·         Full right to work in the UK
·         Resilience to working outside in changeable conditions  throughout the year
·         Proactive and positive mindset
·         Tractor driving
·         Experience of farming, viticulture, or horticultural environments
·         Hard working with a “can do” attitude.

 

Additional Preferred Requirements (not essential):

·         Spraying licences PA1, PA2 and PA3

·         Very good mechanical knowledge

·         Towing license

 

 

 

• Hourly rate offered between £11 - £13 per hour
dependent upon relevant experience.
• Generous holiday allowances
• Pension scheme
• Private Healthcare
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• All PPE (personal protective equipment) provided

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