Job Description
Join Vinarchy at Berri Estates for Vintage **** and be part of the fast ‐ paced, high ‐ energy operations that drive the largest grape ‐ processing winery in the Southern Hemisphere.
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Vintage at Berri is big, busy and incredibly rewarding - and we're looking for motivated, organised and reliable individuals to join the team as Vintage Field Officers
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This role sits at the frontline of fruit quality assessment, grower engagement, and intake logistics - an essential link between our grower network and winery operations during the busiest time of year.
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If you enjoy hands ‐ on outdoor work, early starts, and being part of a fast ‐ paced harvest workplace, this is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to one of Australia's largest wine operations.
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These positions are based in Berri, South Australia
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About The Role
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Vintage Field Officers travel across designated growing regions each day, assessing fruit quality, collecting samples, and supporting smooth communication between growers and winery teams. You'll be provided with a site vehicle, daily region lists, and clear direction from the Grower Liaison Officer.
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This role requires confidence working independently, strong communication skills, and the ability to stay organised under tight seasonal deadlines.
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The role of Vintage Field Officer is typically worked across a standard five ‐ day week with additional hours available during peak harvest. Shifts run approximately 6:00am to 2:30pm, with early starts to manage heat and support daily intake planning.
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Key Responsibilities
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Conduct vineyard visits across allocated regions to assess fruit quality, disease presence, and ripeness.
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Collect representative grape samples and perform basic maturity testing (Baumé/sugar levels, pH).
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Enter field data accurately into motion tablets for each allocated block.
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Maintain clear, professional communication with growers, contractors, haulers, and winery staff.
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Relay urgent issues such as fruit condition concerns, delays, or delivery problems to the winemaking and weighbridge teams.
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Update shift status reports and grape intake information to support daily operational decisions.
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Follow strict food safety, biosecurity, and winery quality protocols.
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Undertake additional tasks as directed by the Grower Liaison Officer.
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Core Technical Skills
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Experience in fruit sampling and basic maturity testing.
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Ability to identify common vineyard pests and diseases.
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Confidence with data entry and fast, accurate record ‐ keeping.
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Understanding of winery, biosecurity, and safety standards.
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Interpersonal & Operational Skills
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Clear, calm communication under pressure.
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Robust problem ‐ solving skills, especially when dealing with delivery delays or grower queries.
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Excellent time management and organisational ability.
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Resilience and comfort working outdoors in hot weather with early starts.
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Physical And Other Requirements
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Viticulture or horticulture background preferred.
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Ability to walk and work across varied vineyard terrain.
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Valid driver's licence (mandatory).
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Knowledge of local regions and grape varieties highly regarded.
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Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
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Ability to work independently and unsupervised.
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Must have valid work rights and be able to provide proof
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Willingness to complete a pre ‐ employment health assessment
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📌 Vintage Field Officer (South Australia)
🏢 Vinarchy
📍 South Australia