Latta vino - contract growers in Western & Central Victoria.

The Eastern Peake vineyard is located at Coghills Creek 25km northwest of Ballarat Victoria. We produce ultra cool climate Pinot Noir, chardonnay & Syrah. Organic practices are used on our own sites of 16 acres plus 6 acres in conversion of neighbouring vineyards. This November 7 acres new plantings of Chardonnay & Pinot Noir are proposed for planting on the estate.

Latta vino has been built on the strong relationships of long term grape growers with unique vineyard sites across western & Central Victoria. These sites enable the production of complex, interesting & fun wines that speak of place & the Growers.

We are seeking out a person for full time work, with 2+ years experience in vineyard management - preferably of an organic/biodynamic/cool climate background. The ability to work within a small team, co-ordination of labour, support to our growers, attention to detail in the operation of machinery, equipment & tractors, pest and disease management/prevention, soil & vine health management systems, exceptional communication skills & work ethic, The ability to step into the winery over harvest as needed. It’s a very exciting time in our small business now 40 years of age ,  we have seen lots of positive growth over the years,  we’re really looking forward to welcoming someone into our team.

 

- Tractor driving & Operation
- Experience with under vine cultivation & mowing (Clemens sb2 knife & tiller/ multi cleaner)
- The flexibility of working some occasional longer hours throughout the growing season & harvest
- A high level of cane pruning experience
- Attention to detail, self-motivated , energetic & the ability to work autonomously

-Machinery Maintenance
- Operation, calibration, maintenance & cleanliness of machinery & equipment.
- Experience with Fendt TMS operations is a benefit
- Valid licences for car & forklift
- Great Leadership, verbal communication & problem solving skills
- A Chemical Handling certificate would be advantageous
- Pruning, Vine training, Planting, Trellising, Irrigation works, canopy management
- Supervision of permanent, casual and contract labour
- Keeping records/vineyard data entry through our systems - Vinsight
- A commitment to Workplace Health & Safety
- Soil health input’s, Planing of planting cover crops, bio preps, sprays & teas.
- Implementing Spray programs to follow the season.
- Vineyard monitoring/analysis
- Physically fit & able to safely lift, bend, reach, etc and work with repetitive tasksAll applicants must have an Australian citizenship/residency or a valid existing Australian work visa.

Remuneration: a salary package will be negotiated according to experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.

Please forward a cover letter and resume via email:

owen.latta@easternpeake.com.au

Any further questions feel free to call Owen Latta on 0408059454