Seasonal Workers – Vineyards (Bank Staff)
Over the last 5 years, the number of vineyards has risen by 74% to over 900 with more than 200 wineries based in the UK. As a Seasonal Worker, you will help with a wide variety of jobs to maintain the growth of the vine, ready for their harvest.
Seasonal Worker Responsibilities
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Carrying out all vineyard maintenance activities o vine, under vines and between rows
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Operating the appropriate machinery such as tractors (Valid licence necessary)
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Carrying out frost monitoring and protection activities
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Removing leaves from the vines to expose the grapes
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Lifting the wires to control the growth
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Bud rubbing to pollinate the grapes
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Harvesting the grapes towards the end of the season.
Personal Qualities
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Interest in the viticulture industry
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Able to spot and report problems
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A good team player and/or able to work under your own initiative
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Reliable with a positive attitude to work
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Able to work in all weather conditions throughout the year
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Full spoken English not essential but an ability to understand instructions in English is required
Skills and requirements
- Previous experience working within viticulture, specifically on vineyards, will be beneficial but not essential
What you can look forward to in return
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Working in some spectacular settings within the West Sussex and Surrey countrysides
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Hourly rate of £11.44 (paid weekly)
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Multiple sites of work throughout the season
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Transport provided from Crawley where required (Chargeable)