Vineyard Operative

We have exciting opportunities for proactive and capable Vineyard Operatives to join our dedicated viticulture team in Kent locations including Tenterden, Ashford, Hawkhurst and Maidstone. This role offers the opportunity to be part of the fastest-growing sector in UK agriculture and the flourishing UK wine industry and plays a vital role in our success.

This varied team role is primarily based outdoors and involves a mix of seasonal tractor-based and hands-on tasks associated with vine and vineyard husbandry as well as overall care and maintenance of the estate assets.

About you

This role is ideal if you are an enthusiastic individual with a love for outdoors and a keen interest in viticulture. You will be a key member of the team, ideally with experience operating agricultural machinery and equipment with good awareness of Health and Safety requirements. PA1, PA2 or PA3 spray certification is preferred but training can be given.

Reliability and a flexible approach to working hours with a desire for working outdoors is essential.

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. This role is ideal if you have an interest in developing your skills and knowledge in wine-grape growing in a supportive environment that values teamwork and personal development.

What we can offer you

This is a permanent role with the following:

• Competitive salary
• Performance related annual bonus
• A day off on your Birthday
• Wine Allowance
• Employee discount
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Quarterly Company social events
• Employee Assistance Programme

About Chapel Down

Chapel Down is England’s leading and largest wine producer with an award-winning range of sparkling and still wines.

Chapel Down continues to build its status as the leading brand of the English wine industry, supported by its high-profile partnerships as the ‘Official English Sparkling Wine’ of England and Wales Cricket Board and Ascot Racecourse, amongst others. Our products are widely available in the premium off trade, as well as being served in some of the UK’s finest bars and restaurants.

The Company also welcomes approximately 60,000 visitors a year for winery tours and tastings at its brand home and retail experience in Tenterden, Kent.

Chapel Down is proud to be recognised as a Sunday Times ‘Best Places to Work’ in 2023 and 2024.