Liaise with the Vineyard Manager regarding vineyard water requirements. Ensure the correct operation, maintenance and servicing of all irrigation infrastructure and soil moisture monitoring equipment. Ensure the irrigation system is running efficiently and to design specifications to maximise vine performance. Assist in implementing, measuring, and recording of the irrigation in the vineyard. Assist with repairs and maintenance of the Irrigation System.Schedule irrigation and fertigation programs accurately and to vine requirements
Liaise with Vineyard Manager and to ensure:
Ensure all methods of crop treatments are done as per standard procedures. Pre-plant, fertiliser application and spraying of chemicals ensuring accurate record keeping of spray applications. Ensure operators are trained/monitored where required to ensure tasks are done as per standard procedures. Work programs are facilitated and implemented. Conduct all workplace tasks with Duxton Vineyards environmental & sustainability commitments front of mind, including ensuring compliance to any relevant environmental laws and compliance obligations. Be aware of and be involved with the implementation, corrective & preventive action and continuous improvement of site Quality, Food Safety, Environment, and Occupational Health Safety & Welfare Management systems. Attend and be actively involved with the HSE meetings.
Irrigationist - Casual
Duxton Viticulture Pty Ltd
01.2023 - 05.2024
Operation of machinery in the vineyard
Liaise with Vineyard Manager and to ensure:
All land preparations are done as per established procedures.
Ensure all methods of crop treatments are done as per standard procedure including pre-plant, fertiliser application and spraying of chemicals ensuring accurate record keeping of spray applications.
Operators are trained/monitored where required to ensure tasks are done as per standard procedures.
Work programs are facilitated and implemented.
Ensure the upkeep of all tractors, machinery, and implements.
Ensure daily prestart checks of plant and equipment are undertaken.
Liaise with the Vineyard Manager regarding vineyard water requirements.
Assist in implementing, measuring, and recording of the irrigation in the vineyard.
Assisting in the set-up of water run applications,pumps etc, for fertigation applications.
Operate equipment and hand tools needed to install, maintain, and repair irrigation systems and related components including irrigation lines, control towers, valves, pumps,etc.
Determine hydraulic parameters for an irrigation system.
Implement an irrigation-related Program.
Schedule irrigations and interpret and apply irrigation designs.
Select and manage pumping systems for irrigation.
Supervise irrigation system installations and irrigation maintenance.
Identify and report ay disease or plant pest signs to Vineyard Manager immediately.
Conduct all workplace tasks with Duxton Vineyards environmental & sustainability commitments front of mind, including ensuring compliance to any relevant environmental law and compliance obligations.
Be awake of and be involved with the implementation, corrective & preventive action and continuous improvement of site Quality, Food Safety, Environment and Occupation Health safety &Welfare Management systems. Attend and be actively involved with the HSE meetings.
Farm Hand - Casual
CT Vineyard
08.2022 - 01.2023
Expertly managed crop cultivation processes, including planting, pruning, and harvesting in a vineyard environment.
Operated and maintained irrigation systems, ensuring optimal performance through regular testing and repair of sprinkler head filters.
Upheld high standards of agricultural hygiene by maintaining a clean and organized work area.
Education
Bachelor - Finance and Banking
01.2014
Cert III - Viticulture or Equivalent
Skills
Irrigation management
Harvesting techniques
Chemical User Permit
Tractor operation
Crop planting
Fork Lift License
Conduct telescopic materials handler operations
Certificate of Cut materials with a hand-held chainsaw