Senior Vineyard Operator / Supervisor - Lacey Viticulture
Lacey Viticulture
McLaren Vale, SA 5171
Australia
Job Start Date
21/10/2024
Application Closing Date
21/10/2024
Work Schedule
Full Time - Permanent
Job Description
Lacey Viticulture provides vineyard management services to our clients, comprising 120 hectares of vineyards across the McLaren Vale region. In conjunction with our vineyard activities, we run a sheep and lamb business.
We are seeking applications for the full-time position of an experienced Senior Vineyard Operator/Supervisor to join our small team based in McLaren Vale, South Australia. The successful applicant will be responsible for carrying out day to day vineyard and livestock duties as directed by the Manager. This is a hands-on role, with responsibility for managing small teams during periods of high demand.
Duties will involve:
• Operate, and supervise the operation of, a range of modern vineyard machinery including tractors, sprayers, harvester, spreaders, slashers & under vine machinery
• Canopy management
• Irrigation management
• Safe handling, mixing and application of chemicals
• Fencing and trellis installation and maintenance
• Sheep husbandry
• Record keeping and fostering safe work practices
Job Requirements
The successful applicant will:
• Have considerable experience in a farming / vineyard environment including tractor and machinery operation
• Have sound mechanical knowledge
• Be reliable with a strong work ethic
• Be able to work well in a team
• Be physically fit and able to undertake outdoor and manual tasks
• Be able to work unsupervised and show initiative
• Be flexible with working hours during peak periods of operations, mainly during vintage (night shift and weekend work is required)
• Hold a current drivers license
• Holding a MR/HR/Forklift and Pest Controllers (Chemcert) license is preferred
Attractive salary will be negotiated based on applicants experience, including option of company vehicle.
For any enquires or to apply for this role please email: laceyvineyards@bigpond.com
Please forward a copy of your CV and cover letter via email using the 'APPLY FOR JOB' link above.
Employer Contact Information
Lacey Viticulture Pty Ltd
PO Box 791
McLaren Vale
SA
5171
Australia