D & J ESTATE PTY LTD

About D &amp; J Estate
D &amp; J Estate Pty Ltd is an established South Australian agricultural operations services business providing contracted vineyard, horticultural and agricultural services to commercial growers and agricultural enterprises across South Australia.
Since 2015, D &amp; J Estate has undertaken agricultural operations under commercial service agreements with its clients, including vineyard and orchard maintenance, pruning, canopy management, crop cultivation and maintenance, harvesting and related production services.
D &amp; J Estate plans, coordinates, supervises and delivers these services through its own management and supervisory structure and directly employed workforce.
This is a permanent, full-time direct employment opportunity with D &amp; J Estate Pty Ltd.
The Role
D &amp; J Estate is seeking Vineyard Workers to undertake practical vineyard operations across multiple contracted work sites throughout South Australia.
Reporting to the Vineyard Supervisor, Vineyard Workers will perform a range of vineyard maintenance, crop care and harvesting activities in accordance with daily work instructions, operational work programs, quality requirements and safe work practices.
Key Responsibilities
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<li>Perform vineyard maintenance and production activities including pruning, vine training, tying, canopy management and crop maintenance.</li>
<li>Undertake harvesting and other seasonal vineyard activities.</li>
<li>Assist with planting, establishment and maintenance of vines as required.</li>
<li>Carry out thinning, shoot positioning, wire lifting and other canopy management activities.</li>
<li>Identify and report visible crop, vine, irrigation, pest or disease issues to the Vineyard Supervisor.</li>
<li>Use hand tools and other vineyard equipment safely and correctly.</li>
<li>Assist with the movement, preparation and maintenance of tools, equipment and materials required for vineyard operations.</li>
<li>Follow daily work allocations and instructions provided by the Vineyard Supervisor.</li>
<li>Complete vineyard tasks to required productivity, quality and operational standards.</li>
<li>Follow workplace health and safety requirements, safe work procedures and company policies.</li>
<li>Comply with site-specific requirements and operational procedures at contracted work sites.</li>
<li>Participate in workplace induction, training and skills development activities.</li>
<li>Work cooperatively with supervisors and other D &amp; J Estate employees to complete scheduled vineyard operations.</li>
<li>Maintain work areas, tools and equipment in a safe and orderly condition.</li>
<li>Report hazards, incidents, equipment issues and operational problems to the supervisor.</li>
</ul>
Skills, Qualifications and Experience
The successful candidate should have:
<ul>
<li>A relevant AQF Certificate II or higher qualification in Viticulture, Horticulture, Agriculture or a related field; alternatively, relevant work experience may substitute for the formal qualification where appropriate.</li>
<li>Relevant experience in vineyard, horticultural or agricultural operations is preferred.</li>
<li>Practical experience in vineyard activities such as pruning, vine training, canopy management, crop maintenance or harvesting is highly regarded.</li>
<li>Ability to follow instructions and perform practical vineyard tasks safely and efficiently.</li>
<li>Ability to work effectively as part of a team under the direction of a supervisor.</li>
<li>Good awareness of workplace health and safety and safe agricultural work practices.</li>
<li>Ability to undertake physically demanding outdoor work and perform duties in varying weather and seasonal conditions.</li>
<li>Ability and willingness to travel to and work across multiple operational sites throughout South Australia.</li>
<li>A current valid Australian driver's licence is desirable due to work across multiple operational sites.</li>
</ul>
Employment Conditions
<ul>
<li>Permanent full-time employment with D &amp; J Estate Pty Ltd.</li>
<li>10 positions available.</li>
<li>Salary: AUD $70,000–$75,000 per annum plus statutory superannuation.</li>
<li>Employment entitlements provided in accordance with applicable Australian workplace laws and the National Employment Standards.</li>
<li>The position requires work across multiple contracted vineyard, horticultural and agricultural sites throughout South Australia.</li>
</ul>
How to Apply
Please submit your current resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant vineyard, horticultural or agricultural experience.
Pay: $70,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year
Application Question(s):
<ul>
<li>Please describe your experience in vineyard or horticultural work, including the types of tasks you have performed (e.g. pruning, harvesting, planting, or crop maintenance).</li>
</ul>
Education:
<ul>
<li>High School (Year 12) (Preferred)</li>
</ul>
Experience:
<ul>
<li>vineyard, horticultural or agricultural operations: 1 year (Preferred)</li>
</ul>
Licence/Certification:
<ul>
<li>Australian driver's licence (Preferred)</li>
</ul>
Work Authorisation:
<ul>
<li>Australia (Preferred)</li>
</ul>
Willingness to travel:
<ul>
<li>75% (Preferred)</li>
</ul>
Work Location: On the road

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