Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated and energetic individual to join our team in the Full-time or Casual role of Vineyard Operator at our Conundrum Vineyard, Kingston on Murray.
The Company
Kingston Estate is family owned and comprises of our Winery based in the Riverland, office in Adelaide and 14 Vineyard sites across South Australia and Victoria. Our vision is to be The leading grower and producer of Australian wine for the world.
Role
This role will contribute to effective and protected vineyard operations that ensure wine is produced in accordance with production quality and quantity requirements.
Typical duties of this role include:
- Tractor and mechanical harvesting operations including slashing, mulching, trimming, hand and machine harvesting.
- General tasks include pruning, wire lifting, de-suckering, canopy management.
- Vineyard maintenance, including Trellis repair, Post replacement and Irrigation Repair & maintenance.
- Able to understand and uphold safety standards.
Skills and Experience
- Have basic tractor operating experience.
- Previous Vineyard experience will be an advantage.
- Display a positive attitude, the ability to problem solve and manage workloads.
- Have a basic literacy, numeracy and communication skills.
- A current Forklift licence will be an advantage, but not essential.
- A current Chemical Handling certificate will be an advantage, but not essential.
- Availability to undertake shift and weekend work during peak seasonal periods.
The successful candidate will share the values of our Company, Accountability, Teamwork, Continuous Improvement, Integrity and Respect.
How to Apply
If this position sounds like the right fit for you, please apply, ensuring you attach both a resume and cover letter. For a confidential discussion about this position, please contact Human Resources on or email (emailprotected)
Equal Opportunity Kingston Estate is an Equal Opportunity Employer and drug and alcohol-free workplace. All applicants are encouraged to apply and may be required to submit to pre-employment drug and alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process. It is our policy that we only respond to preferred candidates. Whilst we acknowledge your application, we may not communicate further with you.
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