Vineyard Operator
At Brown Family Wine Group, we’re proud to be one of Australia’s most loved and respected wine companies. With more than 130 years of winemaking heritage, we’ve built a portfolio of iconic brands including Brown Brothers, Devil’s Corner, Tamar Ridge, Pirie and Innocent Bystander, each reflecting the unique character of the regions we call home.
While we’re passionate about producing exceptional wines, we’re equally passionate about our people. As a family-owned business, our values of Wellbeing, Respect, Innovation and Pride in What We Achieve Together guide everything we do. We believe great wines are created by great people, and we’re committed to fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive.
Our commitment to culture has seen us recognised as one of Australia’s 100 Best Workplaces by Great Place to Work in 2024, while also maintaining our certification as a Great Place to Work for eight consecutive years. We’re proud of the culture we’ve built and are always looking for talented people who share our passion, values and ambition.
About the Vineyard
Located in the heart of Tasmania’s renowned Tamar Valley wine region, our 134-hectare Kayena Vineyard produces award-winning Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Gris. We are committed to sustainable vineyard practices and continually strive to improve quality, innovation and the long-term health of our vineyard.
About the Role
Major responsibilities of this position will be to undertake a variety of vineyard duties in accordance with seasonal requirements to assist in the development and maintenance of the vineyard.
Duties
- Tractor operation
- Vineyard trimming and pruning
- Harvest operations
- Maintenance of irrigation and trellis systems
About You
You are a hands-on and safety-focused machinery operator who enjoys working outdoors and takes pride in producing high-quality work. Ideally, you will bring 2-3 years’ experience in viticulture or a related industry such as agriculture or horticulture.
You will also have
- A strong commitment to safety
- Good physical fitness and the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Mechanical aptitude (highly regarded)
What’s on Offer
- Work within one of Australia’s leading wine companies
- Certified great place to work employer
- Career development
- Be part of a passionate and dedicated team
- Generous employee benefits including discounts on products
- The opportunity to work in one of Tasmania’s premier wine-growing regions
Apply Now
Interested? Apply now via the Brown Family Wine Group careers portal and tell us about your experience, skills and what you can bring to our vineyard team.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
