Vineyard worker (Wine Jobs: Vineyards & Cellars )

  Greyfriars Vineyard (http://www.greyfriarsvineyard.co.uk)

  Greyfriars Vineyard, Surrey, England

Vineyard Pruner / worker 

Greyfriars Vineyard is located just outside Guildford on the Hogs Back in Surrey and within 10 minutes drive from Guildford Station and 45 minutes drive from London. The 14 Hectare site is planted with predominately the three classic "champagne" varieties as well as some Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc. 

We are seeking someone to support and work alongside our full time vineyard team from 1st of December 2024 to the end of March 2025 with the potential for extending the work period past April. Candidates will report directly to the Vineyard Manager and his assistant. The work is manual labour based and for the most part takes place outdoors. 

Duties: 

•  Vine Pruning 
•  Wood pulling
•  Tying down the canes 
• Trellis maintenance
• Bud rubbing
• Canopy management 

Candidates need to have:

• A strong work ethic, happy to work as part of the team as well as being motivated to work alone and in all weather conditions. 
• Vineyard/work experience beneficial, especially pruning but not necessarily essential as extensive training will be given.
• A degree of flexibility in working hours depending on the season’s weather.
• UK Driver’s Licence
• Must be able to start work the start of Decemeber. 
• Please DO NOT  apply if you can only start after December 2024. 

The position offers:

• A competitive salary dependent on experience
• Accommodation on site is available for the entire duration of the employment if required and this will affect salary amount.

How to apply 

Please send CV and letter to [email protected]

for attention of David Vineyard Manager

How To Apply

please email [email protected]

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