Vineyard Operatives

MDCV UK
We have a fantastic opportunity for someone who would love to work outside in the beautiful Kent countryside to join us as a Vineyard Operative level 1, training shall be provided . This role would also suit students looking for a summer job.
MDCV UK has a vision to bring the finest English and Proven al wines to the UK market. We have a long history of producing award–winning Provence Ros and English Sparkling Wines, with an extensive infrastructure, both in France and the UK. We will be the largest producer of wine in each of these regions by 2024, with a combined production of over 10 million bottles annually.
Our French estates span over 1000 acres and are already established in many global markets, with sales of over 4 million bottles. In the UK, we are establishing the largest single vineyard site, based in Kent, and plan to be in full production from 2024.
As a business, we strive for innovation and use many cutting–edge techniques in our vineyards and winemaking. The ambition and scale of what we do allows us some of the most efficient operations in the world, while still producing high quality wine of award–winning standard.
We have a passion for sustainability and manage all our vineyards organically, while also employing pioneering techniques to minimise our impact on the environment, such as composting organic waste, harvesting rainwater and heating our sites using natural sources, such as ground source heat pumps.
While learning from our history and building for our future, we plan to revolutionise the English wine industry for the better.
Key responsibilities
To carry out all key tasks on the vineyards throughout the season. This includes pruning(1), cleaning and weeding and making sure the canopy systems are as strong as possible to protect crop quality and yields.
This role gets involved in most vineyard tasks which will include, but is not limited to, hoeing, grinding roots, leaf stripping, bud rubbing and grape picking/harvesting in late summer/autumn.
Requirements
Good communication skills (written and verbal) in English Ability to work independently and complete assigned tasks within identified time frames Ability to handle practical outdoor, manual work in all types in all types of weather Organised, dependable and practically oriented team player Able to work well under pressure We are an equal opportunities employer.
We are set in a beautiful countryside location an ability to drive is essntial as the location is off the public transport routes.