Vineyard Worker / Machinery Operator – Marlborough
Start Date: Immediate Start Available
FarmRight operates as Portfolio Investment Manager for the New Zealand Superannuation Fund, overseeing a substantial rural investment portfolio throughout New Zealand. Since expanding into viticulture and horticulture in 2017, the company has continued to grow its commercial rural property operations and now manages more than 800 hectares of horticultural and viticultural land across three regions.
With nearly 400 hectares of vineyard plantings across the Awatere and Wairau Valleys, this is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to join a progressive and diverse viticulture business with strong opportunities for long-term growth and development.
We are currently seeking a Vineyard Worker / Machinery Operator to join the team at NZSF – Valley Vineyards, a 188-hectare vineyard operation located primarily in the Awatere Valley, with an additional block in the Wairau Valley.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Vineyard Management Team, duties will include:
• Tractor and machinery operation
• Vineyard trimming
• Leaf plucking
• Mowing
• Frost protection duties as required
• Spraying
• Klima vine stripping
• Post driving
• Barrel pruning
• Mulching
• General vineyard maintenance and husbandry tasks
• Participation in harvest operations using in-house harvesting equipment
Skills & Experience
Previous vineyard and tractor operating experience is preferred but not essential, as full training will be provided to the successful applicant.
The following would be advantageous:
• Grow Safe certification
• First Aid certification
Applicants must:
• Hold a current driver’s licence
• Be reliable, honest, and team-oriented
• Be able to pass a pre-employment drug test
• Have legal entitlement to work in New Zealand, including NZ residency or a valid work visa
Hours of Work
Seasonal flexibility is required:
• Up to 50 hours per week during summer
• Approximately 40 hours per week during winter
What We Offer
• Permanent, secure full-time employment
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Competitive remuneration
• Potential transport assistance to and from work
• Annual occupational health testing and skin checks
• A positive team culture with harvest and seasonal celebrations across company departments
How to Apply:
If this opportunity sounds like the right fit for you, please send your CV and covering letter to:
Bruce Shipley – Vineyard Manager
valleyvineyards@farmright.farm
Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
https://www.farmright.co.nz/