Susan Rowney
Heywood,VIC
Summary
Vineyard worker with 20+ years managing pruning, harvesting, and canopy management responsibilities. Strong safety practices, equipment handling accuracy, and detailed work standards. Reliable onsite cleaner with 19 years of cleaning experience and consistent operational support.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Vineyard Worker
Treasury Wine Estates (seppelts)
drumborg, VIC
02.2006 - 10.2026
- Cleaned work areas and maintained grounds and landscaping.
- Pruned vines and trained growth across Seppelts vineyard blocks.
- Handled canopy management to support grape quality and vine balance.
- Harvested fruit for Treasury Wine Estates production schedules.
- Operated vineyard tools and equipment during seasonal field work.
- Supported crew tasks during Seppelts harvest and maintenance periods.
- Operated vineyard mechanical equipment in alignment with safety protocols.
- Analyzed results of laboratory tests performed on harvested grapes before sale.
- Evaluated crop yields throughout the season to determine harvest time.
- Provided training and guidance to seasonal workers on vineyard operations.
- Reported safety hazards or escalated maintenance needs to supervisors.
- Harvested grapes at peak ripeness for winemaking.
- Advised employees on rights, benefits, and complaint procedures.
- Guided members through complaint procedures and dispute resolution steps.
- Participated in negotiations with employers over changes in wage rates, overtime rules, vacation time allotments.
- Advocated for workers' rights within the organization while respecting the company's interests.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Portland Community College
Portland, VICSkills
- Vine pruning
- Grape harvesting
- Canopy management
- Crop yield analysis
- Pest management techniques
- Field sanitation procedures
- Chemical safety practices
- Health and safety compliance
- Safety protocol compliance
- Hazard communication
- Attention to detail
- Flexible scheduling
Timeline
Vineyard Worker
Treasury Wine Estates (seppelts)
02.2006 - 10.2026
Some College (No Degree) -
Portland Community College