Vineyard Worker

Vineyard Workers are responsible for performing a range of manual tasks essential to the cultivation and maintenance of grapevines. Their duties typically include planting, pruning, trimming, tying, and harvesting grape crops, as well as applying fertilizers, pesticides, and irrigation.

Vineyard Workers also monitor vine health, remove weeds, and may assist with machinery operation related to vineyard activities. The role requires physical stamina and an understanding of seasonal agricultural cycles, often working outdoors in varying weather conditions. Attention to detail and adherence to safety standards are important to ensure the quality of the grapes for wine production.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $46,800
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a vineyard worker?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
AHC30624

Certificate III in Production Horticulture
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
12 - 24 months
$5,903 - $17,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Farmhand Nurseryperson Organic Farmer
Horticulturalist Irrigation Technician Vineyard Worker
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Farmhand Nurseryperson Organic Farmer Horticulturalist Irrigation Technician Vineyard Worker + 3 more
FBP30921

Certificate III in Wine Industry Operations
On Campus, Traineeship
12 - 42 months
$1,738 - $15,119
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Vineyard Hand Production Assistant Irrigation Technician
Laboratory Assistant Vineyard Worker
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Vineyard Hand Production Assistant Irrigation Technician Laboratory Assistant Vineyard Worker + 2 more
AHCSS00074

Agricultural Chemical Skill Set
Distance, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
2 - 3 days
$170 - $1,720
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Horticulturalist Farmhand Vineyard Worker
Groundskeeper Greenkeeper Agricultural Technician Nursery Worker Pest Control Technician Irrigation Technician
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Horticulturalist Farmhand Vineyard Worker Groundskeeper Greenkeeper Agricultural Technician Nursery Worker Pest Control Technician Irrigation Technician + 6 more
AHCMOM304

Operate Machinery and Equipment
On Campus
1 day
$700
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Station Hand Machine Operator Nursery Worker
Vineyard Worker Irrigation Installer Pest Control Technician Agricultural Technician
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Station Hand Machine Operator Nursery Worker Vineyard Worker Irrigation Installer Pest Control Technician Agricultural Technician + 4 more
FBP30921

Certificate III in Wine Industry Operations (Cellar Operations)
Traineeship
24 months
$12,030
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Production Assistant Vineyard Worker Logistics Coordinator
Laboratory Assistant Materials Handler
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Production Assistant Vineyard Worker Logistics Coordinator Laboratory Assistant Materials Handler + 2 more
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