Full Time
Spring Creek Vintners Ltd Marlborough, Southland Our 130ha Blind River Vineyard is located 5.6km south of Seddon. The Leading Hand will assist the Vineyard Manager in all aspects of running and maintaining the vineyard. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the optimal functioning of the vineyard and the effective supervision of the vineyard staff.
The Company
Spring Creek Vintners is a leading family-owned Marlborough wine business exporting a portfolio of award-winning wines under the Rapaura Springs and Summerhouse brands.
Reporting to the Vineyard Manager, your responsibilities will include:
Supervising and training staff in all aspects of vineyard operations
Leading a high performing team of Vineyard Operators, creating an environment of continuous improvement
Overseeing seasonal labour workforces
Ensuring all health & safety procedures are implemented
Contributing to the innovation and continuous improvement in all viticulture operations
Maintaining vineyard assets including machinery, irrigation, trellis, and vineyard plants
Assisting with harvest and frost fighting duties
The successful applicant will:
Have at least 3 years vineyard operator experience
Be a senior tractor operator with enthusiasm for working in a mechanical hands-on role
Take pride in your work with a good eye for detail
Be motivated to succeed and thrive in a high-performance culture
Actively seek ways to improve systems and processes
Earn respect for interpersonal skills and engagement with staff and contractors
Be flexible, have excellent communication skills, and a willingness to learn
Be Growsafe certified
Hold a clean Class 1 valid driver's licence
Be based in Marlborough, or in a position to relocate, with unrestricted working rights within NZ
Our Offer:
A competitive hourly rate, travel allowance, and working in a positive, collaborative environment.
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a dynamic family-owned company that believes in working hard, having fun, and being passionate about making and growing great wine.
Please note; applications for this role will be reviewed as and when they are received, so please don't hesitate to register your interest.
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