Vineyard Supervisor

Your Role

You will play a hands-on role in the day-to-day operation of Low Burn Estate, leading vineyard activities including pruning, canopy management, spraying, mowing, planting and harvesting. You will supervise permanent, seasonal and contract staff, coordinate seasonal workflows, operate and oversee vineyard machinery, and help maintain vineyard infrastructure.

You will work closely with the National Viticulturist, Machinery Lead and wider vineyard and winery teams to support organic, biodynamic and regenerative practices. You will also contribute to vineyard development projects and ongoing improvements across the estate. When the National Viticulturist is away, you’ll step up to oversee the team and day-to-day vineyard operations, providing practical guidance and support to ensure work is completed safely and efficiently.

What You’ll Bring:

• Practical vineyard experience, ideally with exposure to a full seasonal vineyard cycle.
• Previous experience supervising vineyard staff, contractors and/or seasonal teams.
• Strong technical knowledge of vineyard operations and vine husbandry.
• Experience operating, maintaining and safely using vineyard machinery and equipment.
• Experience with organic, biodynamic, sustainable and/or regenerative winegrowing practices.
• Experience working within a premium wine production environment where quality is the primary focus.
• Strong planning, organisational and communication skills, with the ability to coordinate vineyard workflows and lead a team.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving skills.
• Strong understanding of quality-focused viticulture and safe work practices.
• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a wider team.
• Current and clean driver’s licence.

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Why You’ll Love This Job

• Be part of a premium New Zealand wine business representing three respected brands (Smith & Sheth, Pyramid Valley and Lowburn Ferry).
• Work at Low Burn Estate in Central Otago, a unique vineyard with distinctive soils, a strong connection to the land and a focus on Pinot Noir.
• Be part of a business committed to biodynamic, sustainable and regenerative viticulture and minimal-intervention winemaking.
• Contribute to the production of world-class wines with a strong focus on quality, authenticity and sense of place.
• Be part of an exciting New Zealand wine business with a clear vision for growth and excellence.
• Work alongside experienced viticulture and winemaking professionals and gain exposure to premium wine production from vineyard through to finished wine.
• Take an important role in maintaining and developing a vineyard where quality and attention to detail are at the heart of the operation.
• Join a team that values craftsmanship, collaboration, initiative and a strong connection to the land.
• Enjoy a wine allowance and the quality of the brands you’ll be working alongside.

Your Future Workplace

Aotearoa New Zealand Fine Wine Estates (AONZ) brings together three premium New Zealand wine brands; Smith & Sheth, Pyramid Valley and Lowburn Ferry. With vineyards across Hawke’s Bay, Marlborough, North Canterbury and Central Otago, AONZ is focused on producing exceptional cool-climate wines that reflect the unique character of each vineyard. Sustainability, biodynamic viticulture and minimal-intervention winemaking are central to the business, with a strong focus on quality, authenticity and connection to the land.

Low Burn Estate is a distinctive vineyard nestled in a secluded valley at the foothills of the Southern Alps in Central Otago. With more than 150 years of farming history, the property is renowned for its unique soils, pristine alpine water and ideal conditions for producing exceptional Pinot Noir. Established as a vineyard in the mid-2000s, Low Burn Estate has been revitalised through regenerative cover cropping and organic viticulture.

For more information visit https://lowburnferry.com/ and https://aonzfinewine.com/.

Hit APPLY, check https://bit.ly/4qoVFHD for more info, or call Rural Directions on [06 871 0450](tel:06 871 0450).

Applications close Sunday 13th of September 2026

Only job seekers who have NZ working rights will be eligible for this role.